Research Associate, Bioprocess Engineering

Job highlights

• Experience in handling equipment such as tangential flow filtration (TFF) and analytical HPLC

Raspa is a biopharmaceutical company that is committed to reducing the cost of treatment for cancer and other severe diseases. Our diverse and inclusive team is amalgamating technological innovation and automation strategies to make healthcare more accessible, affordable, and sustainable. We are looking for a research associate to assist in key research activities in the field of bioprocess engineering. This position is primarily a lab-based role which requires hands-on execution of upstream development, optimization and characterization experiments using small-scale models, along with analysis and interpretation of experimental data. The person will be reporting to the Senior Scientist.

You will:

• Support upstream fermentation/cell culture experiments for process development and optimization
• Assist in designing experiments related to development, scale-up, scale-down, and characterization of fermentation and primary recovery processes
• Interpret results and design studies for process improvements using statistical Design of Experiments (DOE) methodology
• Support and initiate set-up, maintenance and operation of bioprocess equipment including: microscope, spectrophotometer, YSI, shake flasks, fermenters, autoclave, and tangential flow filtration system
• Preparation of media and buffers
• Process data entry and data analysis
• Maintain laboratory records, manuals, Standard Operating Procedures, inventory, and other documents, as necessary

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor s/Master s in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or relevant field with 1-2 years of industrial work experience
• Proficiency in cell culture and bioreactor operations with proper aseptic technique
• A previous track record of handling equipment such as glass fermenters, autoclave, and spectrophotometers
• Self-motivation with a strong sense of ownership in areas of responsibility and willingness to accept temporary responsibilities outside of initial job description
• Detail-orientation with the ability to work with minimal supervision
• A can-do attitude, intellectual curiosity, strong time management skills, a sense of ownership of work, and the ability to be flexible to business needs
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral
• Ability to maintain a safe work environment in accordance with policies, procedures and regulations
• Ability to lift up to 20 kgs

Nice to have:

• Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical data analysis
• Experience in handling equipment such as tangential flow filtration (TFF) and analytical HPLC

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