Ecolab is seeking a
Downstream Purification Scientist to develop chromatography processes and to advance technical platforms satisfying both business and customer needs. In this role you will be responsible for performing and leading chromatography experiments for industrial purification of monoclonal antibodies. You will work closely with field and lab based technical teams to design, execute and communicate results from process development studies experiments. We are seeking candidates who have strong collaboration and teamwork skills, are self-motivated, have good communication skills, are creative problem solvers, and possess strong observation and perception skills.
What’s In It For You
- The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, accelerating biologic drug development processes
- The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
- The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best
What You Will Do
- Provide technical support by demonstrating strong theoretical and fundamental knowledge, in addition to practical application, specifically chromatography, and downstream unit operations, in general.
- Routinely author protocols and reports for process development studies for purification of monoclonal antibodies.
- Design, establish and execute bench-scale applications experiments using AKTA and other bench-scale chromatography system.
- Perform process screening and optimization experiments using a Tecan high-throughput system.
- Analyze samples using HPLC, SDS-PAGE, ELISA, PCR, spectrophotometry and other appropriate analytical tools to determine product purity and non-product related impurity profile.
- Develop a robust packing protocol from small-scale to production-scale chromatography columns, including P/F characterization.
- Maintaining accurate records and interpreting data to provide detailed information and analysis on the execution of experiments
- Solid critical thinking skills with the ability to communicate technical issues, resolve complex problems and propose efficient and robust solutions.
- Follow all procedures established in the lab to ensure efficiency and safety.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS required, MS or PhD in Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry or related degree preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of proven chromatography and direct development experience in Process Development (PD) or MSAT.
- Demonstrated strong theoretical and fundamental knowledge of chromatography
- Demonstrated hands-on experience working with industrial purification process development of monoclonal antibodies
- The ability to exhibit a high level of attention to detail and a quality-minded approach to all record keeping
- Fully on-site position
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Understanding of fundamental physical/chemical properties and structural activity relationships
- Working knowledge of statistics
Annual Or Hourly Compensation Range
The pay range for this position is $83,600.00 - $125,400.00. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.
Benefits
Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.
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Potential Customer Requirements Notice
To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:
- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.
In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.
