Associate Scientist II, Genomic Medicine (AAV) Drug Product Development
Client:
A Major Pharma Company
Work Address:
Cambridge, MA
Req Release Date:
03/13/2026
Duration:
12 months
Hours a week:
40 Hours
Position Summary
The successful candidate will join the Genomic Medicine Drug Product Development group.
This individual will be an integral part of a dynamic and growing group of scientists and engineers developing adeno-associated virus (AAV) based gene therapy products within the larger organization.
This team member will execute studies for the development of AAV formulations, fill-finish processes, and clinical device compatibility to ensure clinical and commercial readiness.
Responsibilities:
Execution of formulation studies and non-GMP stability studies for AAV-based drug candidates.
Administrative Device compatibility and In-use studies for clinical dosing enablement.
Supporting development of GMP fill finish processes to internal and external manufacturing organizations.
Developing presentations for internal and external teams. Authoring of technical reports.
Qualifications:
BS in Pharmaceutics, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or relevant field with 2+ years, a MS with 1+ years of relevant experience.
Hands on experience developing stabilizing, clinically acceptable formulations and fill finish processes for biologics.
Understanding of protein chemistry, formulation, and degradation. Experience with biopharmaceutical assays (CE, SEC, SVP analysis, DLS, etc.).
Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional settings.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
The duties of this role are generally conducted in an lab environment. As is typical of a lab-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to: lift/carry 15/30 pounds unassisted/assisted; work comfortably in a controlled environment with and around biological, infectious, and hazardous materials; gown/degown PPE; use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours.