The scientist is responsible for downstream purification development activities related to the production of bioproduct active pharmaceutical ingredients including purification process definition and ...
The scientist is responsible for downstream purification development activities related to the production of bioproduct active pharmaceutical ingredients including purification process definition and ...
Manufacturing Laboratory Technician Monoclonal Antibody (mAb) Team 1st Shift - Monday - Friday 7:15a
Lincoln, NE · On-site
$17.75 - $23.50/hr
Downstream: Purification operations, including clarification/centrifugation, chromatography (setup, operation, in-process monitoring), and membrane-based steps such as ultrafiltration and ...
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Manufacturing Laboratory Technician Monoclonal Antibody (mAb) Team 1st Shift - Monday - Friday 7:15a
Lincoln, NE · On-site
$17.75 - $23.50/hr
Downstream: Purification operations, including clarification/centrifugation, chromatography (setup, operation, in-process monitoring), and membrane-based steps such as ultrafiltration and ...
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Manufacturing Laboratory Technician Monoclonal Antibody (mAb) Team 1st Shift - Monday - Friday 7:...
$16.50 - $22/hr
Downstream: Purification operations, including clarification/centrifugation, chromatography (setup, operation, in-process monitoring), and membrane-based steps such as ultrafiltration and ...
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Manufacturing Laboratory Technician Monoclonal Antibody (mAb) Team 1st Shift - Monday - Friday 7:...
$16.50 - $22/hr
Downstream: Purification operations, including clarification/centrifugation, chromatography (setup, operation, in-process monitoring), and membrane-based steps such as ultrafiltration and ...
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Serve as a technical expert for recombinant protein expression, downstream purification, and analytical characterization. * Design, develop, optimize, and scale bacterial culture, recombinant protein ...
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Serve as a technical expert for recombinant protein expression, downstream purification, and analytical characterization. * Design, develop, optimize, and scale bacterial culture, recombinant protein ...
Purification Scientist
Boston, MA · On-site
$44 - $46/hr
Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (40 hrs/week Position Summary Seeking an early-career Biologist / Purification Scientist to join the Downstream Process Development team in Boston, MA. This role will ...
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Purification Scientist
Boston, MA · On-site
$44 - $46/hr
Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (40 hrs/week Position Summary Seeking an early-career Biologist / Purification Scientist to join the Downstream Process Development team in Boston, MA. This role will ...
The Process Engineer II Downstream for Site MSAT is part of a fast-paced, collaborative, and ... Technical purification and solution preparation operations using disposable-based manufacturing ...
The Process Engineer II Downstream for Site MSAT is part of a fast-paced, collaborative, and ... Technical purification and solution preparation operations using disposable-based manufacturing ...
Serve as a technical expert for recombinant protein expression, downstream purification, and analytical characterization. * Design, develop, optimize, and scale bacterial culture, recombinant protein ...
Serve as a technical expert for recombinant protein expression, downstream purification, and analytical characterization. * Design, develop, optimize, and scale bacterial culture, recombinant protein ...
Manufacturing Associate
Cary, NC · On-site
Perform downstream purification using AKTA chromatography systems. * Monitor process parameters and ensure compliance with SOPs and quality standards. * Support batch documentation and data recording.
Manufacturing Associate
Cary, NC · On-site
Perform downstream purification using AKTA chromatography systems. * Monitor process parameters and ensure compliance with SOPs and quality standards. * Support batch documentation and data recording.
Process Engineer II - Downstream - Site Based, Redmond, WA
Redmond, WA · On-site
$86K - $90K/yr
The Process Engineer II Downstream for Site MSAT is part of a fast-paced, collaborative, and ... Technical purification and solution preparation operations using disposable-based manufacturing ...
Process Engineer II - Downstream - Site Based, Redmond, WA
Redmond, WA · On-site
$86K - $90K/yr
The Process Engineer II Downstream for Site MSAT is part of a fast-paced, collaborative, and ... Technical purification and solution preparation operations using disposable-based manufacturing ...
Senior Scientist / Principal Scientist, Bioprocess Sciences
San Diego, CA · On-site
$120K - $198K/yr
Serve as a technical expert for recombinant protein expression, downstream purification, and analytical characterization. * Design, develop, optimize, and scale bacterial culture, recombinant protein ...
Senior Scientist / Principal Scientist, Bioprocess Sciences
San Diego, CA · On-site
$120K - $198K/yr
Serve as a technical expert for recombinant protein expression, downstream purification, and analytical characterization. * Design, develop, optimize, and scale bacterial culture, recombinant protein ...
Senior Pharma / Biotech Process Engineer (Purification)
Kankakee, IL · On-site
$100K - $129K/yr
... downstream purification systems. The successful candidate will ensure that engineering deliverables prepared by the Architect/Engineer (A/E), equipment manufacturers, and system suppliers meet the ...
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Senior Pharma / Biotech Process Engineer (Purification)
Kankakee, IL · On-site
$100K - $129K/yr
... downstream purification systems. The successful candidate will ensure that engineering deliverables prepared by the Architect/Engineer (A/E), equipment manufacturers, and system suppliers meet the ...
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Senior Scientist, Process Development (Watertown, MA)
Watertown, MA · On-site
$99K - $135K/yr
Background in cell-based methods and bioreactors and/or downstream purification experience.
Senior Scientist, Process Development (Watertown, MA)
Watertown, MA · On-site
$99K - $135K/yr
Background in cell-based methods and bioreactors and/or downstream purification experience.
Purification Scientist - Biologics / Viral Vectors
Boston, MA · On-site
$45 - $46/hr
We are seeking a highly motivated Biologist to join our Downstream Process Development team. The candidate will contribute to the purification and characterization of viral vectors, biologics, or ...
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Purification Scientist - Biologics / Viral Vectors
Boston, MA · On-site
$45 - $46/hr
We are seeking a highly motivated Biologist to join our Downstream Process Development team. The candidate will contribute to the purification and characterization of viral vectors, biologics, or ...
Senior Scientist, Process Development
$99K - $135K/yr
Background in cell-based methods and bioreactors and/or downstream purification experience.
Senior Scientist, Process Development
$99K - $135K/yr
Background in cell-based methods and bioreactors and/or downstream purification experience.
The Process Engineer II Downstream for Site MSAT is part of a fast-paced, collaborative, and ... Technical purification and solution preparation operations using disposable-based manufacturing ...
The Process Engineer II Downstream for Site MSAT is part of a fast-paced, collaborative, and ... Technical purification and solution preparation operations using disposable-based manufacturing ...
Principal Scientist, Early Pipeline Development
$119K - $222K/yr
Knowledge of downstream purification processes including affinity and ion-exchange chromatography with hands on experience with AKTA purification systems. * Technical proficiency, creativity, and ...
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Principal Scientist, Early Pipeline Development
$119K - $222K/yr
Knowledge of downstream purification processes including affinity and ion-exchange chromatography with hands on experience with AKTA purification systems. * Technical proficiency, creativity, and ...
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Background in cell-based methods and bioreactors and/or downstream purification experience.
Background in cell-based methods and bioreactors and/or downstream purification experience.
Extensive technical expertise in downstream purification processes, including chromatography (affinity, ion exchange, size exclusion), filtration (ultrafiltration/diafiltration), and viral clearance ...
Extensive technical expertise in downstream purification processes, including chromatography (affinity, ion exchange, size exclusion), filtration (ultrafiltration/diafiltration), and viral clearance ...
Extensive technical expertise in downstream purification processes, including chromatography (affinity, ion exchange, size exclusion), filtration (ultrafiltration/diafiltration), and viral clearance ...
Extensive technical expertise in downstream purification processes, including chromatography (affinity, ion exchange, size exclusion), filtration (ultrafiltration/diafiltration), and viral clearance ...
... downstream purification systems. The successful candidate will ensure that engineering deliverables prepared by the Architect/Engineer (A/E), equipment manufacturers, and system suppliers meet the ...
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... downstream purification systems. The successful candidate will ensure that engineering deliverables prepared by the Architect/Engineer (A/E), equipment manufacturers, and system suppliers meet the ...
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| Aspect | Downstream Purification | Downstream Processing |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Purifying specific products from a mixture | Overall process including purification and initial recovery |
| Credentials | Typically requires bioprocessing or biotech certifications | Similar credentials, often overlapping |
| Work Environment | Laboratories, clean rooms, manufacturing facilities | Labs and production plants |
| Industry Usage | Biotech, pharmaceutical manufacturing | Biotech, pharmaceutical, and bioprocessing industries |
Downstream Purification is a specialized part of the broader Downstream Processing. While downstream processing includes all steps from initial product recovery to purification, downstream purification specifically focuses on isolating and purifying the target product. Both roles often require similar skills and certifications, and they operate in comparable environments within biotech and pharmaceutical industries.
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Senior/Principal Scientist, Bioprocess Purification Development
Indianapolis, IN • On-site
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 16 days ago
Eli Lilly and Company rating
8.8
Based on 62 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
10th of 74 rated pharmaceutical
Job description
Overview:
At Lilly, we serve an extraordinary purpose. We make a difference for people around the globe by discovering, developing and delivering medicines that help them live longer, healthier, more active lives. Not only do we deliver breakthrough medications, but you also can count on us to develop creative solutions to support communities through philanthropy and volunteerism.
Position Summary:
The scientist is responsible for downstream purification development activities related to the production of bioproduct active pharmaceutical ingredients including purification process definition and optimization, process robustness studies, process transfers to pilot plant and manufacturing sites and authorship of downstream process development sections of regulatory submissions. The incumbent will interact closely with other scientists in Bioprocess/Bioproduct Development as well as Discovery, Technical services for Manufacturing, and Manufacturing scientists. They are expected to be an integral participant on multidisciplinary CMC project teams that provide support for bioproduct process and product development activities.
Responsibilities:
- Design, execute and interpret appropriate purification development experiments for generation of bioproduct active pharmaceutical ingredient.
- Participate in cross-functional process development teams and effectively collaborate with other groups in Bioprocess and Bioproduct Development, Discovery, Technical services for Manufacturing and Manufacturing.
- Support transfer of purification processes to pilot plant and manufacturing sites.
- Author technical reports and regulatory documents.
- Work effectively with external parties on development projects, research collaborations and outsourcing efforts.
- Support organizational initiatives, as appropriate
- Keep abreast of relevant scientific literature, new technologies/capabilities and regulatory initiatives/requirements and support their implementation, as appropriate.
- Supervision of personnel and coaching, training and administration of performance management to personnel, where assigned.
- Ensure work is aligned with all relevant Development Quality, Regulatory, HSE, GLP and GMP requirements.
Basic Requirements:
- Senior Scientist: BS or MS degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Chemistry or related field with 5+ years (BS) or 2+ years (MS) of direct related industry experience.
- PhD will not be considered at this job level.
- Biochemistry experience with some knowledge of protein chemistry and protein purification
- Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1.
Additional Preferences:
- Capable of independently designing experiments (experience with use of statistical design of experiments (DOE) is desirable), generating data, interpreting results and documenting work in laboratory notebooks and technical reports.
- Effective oral and written communication skills, self-management, task planning and organization.
- Must be able to work productively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Additional Information:
Physical Demands/Travel:
The physical demands of this job are consistent with a lab environment
The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Work Environment:
This position's work environment is in a laboratory environment.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
*To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the role and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.
Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women's Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$79,500 - $116,600
Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly's compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
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Eli Lilly, based in Indianapolis, IN, US, is one of the pioneers in the pharmaceutical industry with a rich history dating back to 1876. This global pharmaceutical company focuses on discovering, developing, manufacturing and selling pharmaceutical products in approximately 120 countries. The company's product categories include endocrinology, oncology, cardiovascular, neuroscience, and immunology. Having invested over $9 billion in research and development in the past decade, Eli Lilly is also committed to creating high-quality medicines that meet real needs. As a recipient of several awards and recognitions, Eli Lilly is known for its focus on life-saving research and drug development. Their mission is to make medicines that help people live longer, healthier, and more active lives.
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Year founded
1876