Job Title: Downstream Scientist IIILocation: Swiftwater, PAContract: 12 Months Job Description:The Downstream Process Development, MSAT department supports several projects including:Seasonal strain changes for Flublok/Covid VaccineProcess improvement and optimization projectsYield improvement strategies and implementationProcess monitoring and controlManufacturing support for production operationsRESPONSIBILITIES:Primary responsibilities are the execution of development studies such as resin reuse, process improvements, optimization, scale-up, column load, and evaluation of yield improvement strategies as outlined by the Deputy Director DSP/MSAT in collaboration with others on projects.Executes purification experiments including automated or high-throughput chromatography (AKTA platform), filtration, clarification/ depth filtration, column packing, and tangential flow filtration independently based on expert knowledge of protein purification and analysis with an in-depth understanding of all modes of chromatography. Makes detailed observations, analyses data, and interprets results. Exercise technical discretion in the design, execution, and interpretation of experiments that contribute to projects.Prepares technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses.Responsible for training on, understanding, and following documented procedures that apply to their departments.Responsible for general lab maintenance.QUALIFICATIONS:Proactively anticipates and effectively communicates successes, constraints, solutions, and actions for resolutionFosters relationships with partners, experts from other functions, and customers to achieve technical objectivesPerform troubleshooting as required, and supports staffDemonstrate and promote company values and competencies through daily actions and decisionsContribute to strategic planning for downstream process development initiativesBASIC QUALIFICATIONSBachelor’s or Master’s in Biology, Biomedical, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or similar disciplineExcellent team member spiritProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint)PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSOperating, maintaining, and troubleshooting chromatography workstations and process skids.Analyzing Data with Assay (SDS PAGE and Western Blot, SRID, BCA, Purity, Dialysis for rBV, ELISA, etc.)Knowledge and experience working with automated high throughput process development equipmentDemonstrates working knowledge of scientific principles and concernsParticipates in quality control tracking systems including change controls, deviations, CAPA, root cause analysis, etc.Maintains project timelinesGood documentation practices (GDP). Experience in writing standard operating procedures (SOP), batch records, and reportsHands-on experience with molecular modeling software is desirable but not required.Years of Experience: 2 - 6 YearsEEO:- Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans