Associate Principal Scientist, Biologics Drug Substance Commercialization (associate Director)

Mericalherbs

Base: $142,400.00 - $224,100.00; bonus/equity: ann...
Hybrid (3 days onsite, 1 day remote)
10 years experience with bachelor's degree
Purification of biological molecules
Chromatography and filtration systems
Mericalherbs is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director) for its Biologics Drug Substance Commercialization team. This hybrid role involves leading the purification process for late-stage and commercial biologics, emphasizing technical and scientific leadership, collaboration, and mentoring

Job Summary

  • The role provides technical leadership to advance late-stage and commercial biologics from development into reliable manufacturing through robust control strategies.
  • Candidates will be responsible for designing, scaling, and transferring purification processes that ensure drug substances are produced safely and consistently.
  • The company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and eligibility for annual bonuses and long-term incentives.

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Mericalherbs is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist (Associate Director) for its Biologics Drug Substance Commercialization team. This hybrid role involves leading the purification process for late-stage and commercial biologics, emphasizing technical and scientific leadership, collaboration, and mentoring.

Salary

Base: $142,400.00 - $224,100.00; Bonus/Equity: Annual bonus and long-term incentive eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid holidays

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10 years experience with bachelor's degree
  • Purification of biological molecules
  • Chromatography and filtration systems
  • Tech transfer or scaling up processes
  • Leading teams and mentoring staff

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in pilot or commercial scale manufacturing
  • Familiarity with regulatory submissions
  • Statistical methods for design of experiments
  • Multivariate analysis and SPC proficiency

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree + 10 years experience
  • Master's degree + 8 years experience
  • PhD + 4 years experience
  • VISA Sponsorship available

Work Rights

Not specified

Sponsorship: available

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