Associate Scientist, Downstream Process Development

Sr Associate Scientist - Purification Process Development Foster City (Onsite - 5 days/week) 1-Year Contract Position Summary We are seeking a highly motivated Sr Associate Scientist to support downstream purification process development for biologics during pivotal and commercial development stages. This is a hands-on laboratory-based role focused on bench-scale purification development, process characterization, and experimental execution in a fast-paced GMP-aligned environment. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in chromatography, filtration, and UF/DF operations, along with the ability to independently execute, troubleshoot, and optimize purification processes. Core Responsibilities (Simplified) Purification Development Execute bench-scale downstream purification (chromatography, filtration, UF/DF) Support process characterization, robustness, resin/membrane lifetime studies Generate and interpret experimental data under data integrity standards Lab & Technical Execution Troubleshoot AKTA-based purification systems and workflows Improve reproducibility and process robustness Maintain lab readiness, instruments, and documentation (ELN, protocols, reports) Cross-functional Support Collaborate with upstream/downstream teams Support implementation of new purification technologies Must-Have Skills (Screening Critical) Look for candidates with: MS + 4 yrs

OR BS + 6

yrs relevant biotech/pharma experience Strong hands-on downstream purification experience Chromatography (Protein

A, IEX, HIC, SEC

ideally) Filtration + UF/DF (tangential flow filtration/TFF) Experience executing lab-scale purification experiments independently Strong data analysis + ELN documentation discipline Nice-to-Have AKTA system experience UNICORN software proficiency Experience in process characterization / late-stage development Resin/membrane lifetime or robustness studies Exposure to commercial/clinical biologics development SNR8 #IND2

Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

$55.00 - $60.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance Application Question(s):

• Are you a US Citizen or GCH? If on Visa please mention the Visa Status
• Are you ready for background check and drug screen in accordance with the local law and regulations?
• Please confirm your email address and contact number?
• Cube Hub payroll is "Bi-Weekly, we pay every-other-Friday. Are you Comfortable with Bi-Weekly payroll policy?
• What is your Expected Pay Range?
• What is a good time to contact you?
• Are you ok with following Shift (First Shift) Do you have 4+ years (MS) or 6+ years (BS) of relevant industry experience in downstream process development?

Do you have hands-on experience with chromatography-based protein purification (e.g., IEX, SEC, affinity)? Have you worked with AKTA systems and UNICORN software for purification runs? Do you have experience with UF/DF or tangential flow filtration (TFF)? ( Have you worked in a GMP or regulated environment supporting biologics development or manufacturing? Have you performed process characterization studies (e.g., resin lifetime, robustness, DoE)

Work Location:

In person