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Evotec WD

Senior Scientist, Functional Biocharacterization

Evotec WD, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


Senior Scientist, Functional Biocharacterization

Just - Evotec Biologics

is seeking a motivated and creative senior scientist who desires a significant opportunity to improve worldwide access to biotherapeutics. The candidate will join a fast-paced, collaborative, and multidisciplinary team to develop and execute methods for the functional and potency assessment and impurity monitoring of biotherapeutics. As a key member of the analytical development group, the successful candidate will have significant experience in cell-based assay, immunoassay, and qPCR method development and qualification/validation, as well as strong experimental design and data analysis skills. Previous experience in biosimilar development, participation in CMC teams, and experience authoring regulatory documents is highly desirable. The ideal candidate has strong written and verbal communication skills, multitasks effectively, works well independently and in teams, and is excited about ways to improve technology. The candidate will also be involved in leading cross-functional initiatives and supervising direct reports.Responsibilities:Serve as a subject matter expert in development of potency, impurity, and biological characterization assays for early and late stage biotherapeutics using diverse biological assay formatsLead a small team of scientists to implement method development, DOE robustness, and qualification activitiesTechnology transfer to Just - Evotec's Quality Control laboratoryTechnical document authoringParticipation in process development team(s), including serving as functional leadExecution of biosimilarity and comparability assessmentsTechnology development to improve throughput and efficiency, onboard new technologiesAuthor and contribute to documents to support regulatory filings (including IND, INDa, BLA, IMPD)Present data to a wide range of audiences, including internal technical development teams, clients, industry conferences, and peer-reviewed journalsLead cross-functional teams and initiativesSupervise and develop the careers for direct reports; mentor and train junior staffRequired Qualifications:PhD with 3+ years relevant industry experience, MS with 5+ years’ industry experience, or BS with 10+ years’ experience, with degrees in Biochemistry, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Chemistry or related fieldExperience developing analytical methods in a CMC or GMP-like industry settingGeneral understanding of ICH/USP guidelines on analytical, impurity, and potency assay development and validationExperience in the development, DOE robustness, and qualification and/or validation of release potency and impurity methods (e.g. cell-based assays, immunoassays, and qPCR)Strong technical understanding of link between MOA and analytical method development, and effects of impurities on biological manufacturing processesExperience in areas of technology development pertinent to impurities and potency assay development, including but not limited to assay automation and miniaturization, FcgR effector function assay development, large-scale cell banking, image and flow cytometry, and monitoring and characterization of diverse HCP’sExperience developing and applying biological characterization methods (e.g. cell-based assays, including primary cell assays, SPR or other protein binding kinetic assays, immunoassays, homogeneous assay formats such as AlphaLISA)Strong oral and written communication skillsDesire to work in a fast, collaborative, and team-oriented environmentPreferred Qualifications:Experience utilizing industry-standard analysis software (e.g. SoftMax Pro, JMP, Microsoft Office)Previous experience in biosimilar developmentDevelopment of liquid-handling automation applicationsExperience with early & late-stage regulatory filingsExperience in technology transferExperience participating in CMC teamsThe base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $130,000 to $140,000; Base salary offered may vary depending on individual’s skills, experience and competitive market value. Additional total rewards include discretionary annual bonus, comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, short-term and long-term disability, company paid basic life insurance, 401k company match, flexible work, generous paid time off and paid holiday, wellness and transportation benefits.Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.About Us

Evotec is a life science company with a unique business model that delivers on its mission to discover and develop highly effective therapeutics and make them available to the patients. The Company’s multimodality platform comprises a unique combination of innovative technologies, data and science for the discovery, development, and production of first-in-class and best-in-class pharmaceutical products. Evotec leverages this “Data-driven R&D Autobahn to Cures” for proprietary projects and within a network of partners including all Top 20 Pharma and over 800 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, as well as other healthcare stakeholders. Evotec has strategic activities in a broad range of currently underserved therapeutic areas, including e.g. neurology, oncology, as well as metabolic and infectious diseases. Within these areas of expertise, Evotec aims to create the world-leading co-owned pipeline for innovative therapeutics and has to-date established a portfolio of more than 200 proprietary and co-owned R&D projects from early discovery to clinical development. Evotec operates globally with more than 5,000 highly qualified people. The Company’s 17 sites offer highly synergistic technologies and services and operate as complementary clusters of excellence.Please click on the link below to access and review our Privacy Information for Applicants:

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