Bioprocessing Scientist Qentoros Blacksburg, VA 24060 $60,000
- $80,000 a year
- Full-time $60,000
- $80,000 a year
- Full-time About Qentoros Qentoros is a biotechnology company developing innovative biologic therapies derived from endogenous host-defense and regenerative molecules to address unmet needs at the intersection of infection, inflammation, and tissue repair.
Our proprietary biologics platform spans multiple therapeutic areas and species, with products advancing through development, manufacturing scale-up, and commercialization. We are seeking a motivated Bioprocessing Scientist to help expand our manufacturing capabilities and advance our growing biologics pipeline. Position Summary The Bioprocessing Scientist will play a critical role in both manufacturing and research and development activities, supporting production of biologic products while advancing process development for next-generation pipeline candidates. This position will split time between laboratory-based process development and cleanroom manufacturing operations and will work closely with scientific, quality, regulatory, and leadership teams in a dynamic startup environment. Responsibilities Perform upstream and downstream bioprocessing operations including ultrafiltration/tangential flow filtration (UF/TFF), chromatography, sterile filtration, formulation, and fill-finish activities. Participate in cleanroom manufacturing operations, equipment preparation, environmental monitoring, and aseptic processing. Support process development, optimization, scale-up, and technology transfer activities across the company's biologics platform. Develop, revise, and maintain manufacturing records, SOPs, batch records, and technical documentation. Assist with analytical testing, process characterization, and product quality assessments. Troubleshoot manufacturing and process development challenges and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Support quality systems activities including deviations, investigations, CAPAs, change controls, and documentation review. Contribute to regulatory submissions and manufacturing readiness efforts supporting FDA and other regulatory pathways. Assist with training and supervision of research staff, interns, and manufacturing personnel as the company grows. Maintain laboratory, equipment, and cleanroom operations in compliance with safety and quality standards. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering, Biotechnology, Biology, Microbiology, or a related field. 0-5 years of experience in bioprocessing, biologics manufacturing, biotechnology, or related laboratory environments. Hands-on experience with ultrafiltration/tangential flow filtration (UF/TFF). Hands-on experience with chromatography-based purification methods. Strong laboratory skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Willingness to work in both laboratory and cleanroom manufacturing environments. Candidates with demonstrated hands-on experience operating TFF systems and chromatography platforms will be given strong preference. Preferred Qualifications Experience with ion exchange, affinity, membrane, or size-exclusion chromatography. Experience with aseptic processing, sterile filtration, and fill-finish operations. Experience working in GMP-regulated environments. Familiarity with FDA-regulated biologic manufacturing and quality systems. Experience with SOP development, batch record review, CAPAs, deviations, and change controls. Experience with biologic formulation, lyophilization, or process scale-up. Experience supervising students, interns, or technical staff. Experience in a startup biotechnology or life sciences environment.
Compensation and Benefits Salary range:
$60,000-80,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Opportunity for rapid professional growth within an expanding biotechnology company. Direct involvement in the development and commercialization of novel biologic therapies. Collaborative, mission-driven, and entrepreneurial work environment. Potential opportunities for future leadership and management responsibilities. Why Join Qentoros? Qentoros offers a unique opportunity to help build the manufacturing foundation of a growing biotechnology company while contributing to the development of innovative biologic therapies with the potential to transform treatment across multiple markets. You will work directly with company leadership and scientific founders, gain broad exposure across product development and manufacturing, and play a meaningful role in translating scientific innovation into commercial reality.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$60,000.00
00 per year
Work Location:
In person
