Process Development Associate II

Regenerons Cell Culture Development Group within Preclinical Manufacturing and Process Development (PMPD) is looking for a motivated Process Development Associate II to work as part of the early stage development team to develop production processes of monoclonal antibodies in a non-GMP process development laboratory. In this role, they will perform studies at bench scale to screen top tier antibody candidates, conduct cell line selection, and perform medium and feed development in support of clinical or commercial manufacturing production.

A Typical Day in the Role of Process Development Associate II Might Look Like:

• Designing and developing cell culture studies in shaker flasks, single-use bioreactors (including AMBR250 system), and glass bench scale bioreactors (2L to 15L scale)
• Preparing media, feed, buffers, and reagents
• Operating and maintaining bioreactor and analytical equipment
• Conducting statistical data analysis
• Generating, managing, analyzing, and maintaining critical data in a highly organized manner
• Coordinating and working with colleagues from other groups involved in the research process, including cell line development, bioreactor scale-up, purification, analytics, and manufacturing.
• Authoring development reports, entering electronic lab notebook entries, and reviewing manufacturing records
• Active involvement in technology transfer via written process transmittals, and by providing troubleshooting, process understanding, and on-site support to manufacturing production campaigns in Albany, NY
• The position requires work on weekends and occasional travel to upstate NY

This Job May Be For You If:

• You have strong initiative and drive to complete ambitious tasks and learn new technologies.
• You can work both independently and within a team environment on multiple projects simultaneously
• You contribute to lab equipment maintenance and safety to help create a safe, effective and efficient working environment.
• You possess strong organizational, communication, analytical, computer, and technical writing skills.
• You have a foundation of basic scientific/engineering knowledge obtained through academic training and/or experience

This role requires a BS or MS in Chemical Engineering or Bio-related Engineering with 0-2 years of experience in a laboratory setting. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and record keeping abilities to accurately record, analyze, and document development data generated. Additional Skills (preferred, but not required): Experience with mammalian cell culture; experience with developing fed-batch bioreactor processes including optimizing feeding strategies and evaluating different cell culture media and feed formulations; experience with ambr250; and experience with statistical design and analysis software (i.e., JMP).

Please include your GPA on your CV with your application.

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Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way. We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which often include (depending on location) health and wellness programs, fitness centers, equity awards, annual bonuses, and paid time off for eligible employees at all levels.

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Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.

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