Scientist II - Mass Spec

Job Summary:
Responsible for supporting product characterization studies of biopharmaceutical products through performing protein mass spectrometry, biochemical, and biophysical techniques. Expert in one or more techniques (mass spectrometry preferred) and routinely use that expertise to advance client programs efficiently and effectively. Additionally responsible for the leadership of multifaceted studies, including communication with clients, management of project timelines, and mentorship of lower-level staff. Approximately 75% of time planning, executing, reviewing, and documenting client work.

Required Competencies:

• Scientific Knowledge: Perform testing on biotherapeutic samples using mass spectrometry, biochemical, and biophysical techniques.
• Scientific Knowledge: Perform peer review of data and reports associated with the development and qualification of analytical methods and the testing of in‑process and drug substance/drug product samples.
• Leadership and Management: Direct internal/external project execution and ensure the procedure follows company, client, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Leadership and Management: Manage cost and time constraints to meet committed targets and schedules.
• Leadership and Management: Responsible for training, mentoring, and/or management of lower-level associates.
• Technical Writing: Produce high-quality documentation suitable for publication and regulatory requirements.
• Communication: Possesses good written and verbal communication skills. Advise management of program status. Act as SME on programs and interact positively and productively with clients.
• Self-Motivation: Ability to work with minimal supervision and a desire to take on additional responsibilities as they arise.
• Active Learner: Ability to learn new processes and procedures and adjust to fluctuations in workload. Seeks out opportunities to learn new information and improve processes.
• Collaboration: Ability to work with multiple teams to meet client needs in a dynamic environment.
• Organization: Ability to maintain organization of space, documentation, and materials to ensure smooth workflow and tracking.
• Detail-Oriented: Great attention to detail in a multitasking environment to ensure accuracy.
• Safety: Adhere to all safety requirements and assure that departmental employees comply with required safety procedures.
• Educational Background Sci-II: Bachelor’s degree in science and 10+ years of related experience; Master’s degree and 7+years of related experience; Ph. D. in a scientific discipline and 3+ years of related experience.

Preferred Competencies:

• Technological Knowledge: Previous experience with mass spectrometry for peptide mapping, intact mass, and glycan characterization. Previous experience with Thermo Scientific Orbitrap and Agilent TOF/Q-TOF instrumentation is a bonus.
• Technological Knowledge: Previous experience with any of the following techniques/instrumentation – HPLC, capillary electrophoresis, capillary isoelectric focusing, UV-Vis, biophysical techniques (SV-AUC, CD, DSC, FITR), particle techniques (DLS, MFI).

Salary: $105,000 - $120,000

Salary range provided per current averages and expectations. The salary and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and may be outside this range. KBI has a robust total rewards strategy which includes an annual bonus structure for all employees, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid PTO and holidays, Sabbatical program, 401K matching with 100% vesting in 60 days and employee recognition programs.

KBI Biopharma is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace. Any employee entering a KBI site located in the US must inform KBI Biopharma of their vaccination status and must submit their vaccination status. All vaccinated employees are required to provide proof of their COVID-19 vaccination, with a COVID-19 vaccination which has been granted FDA approval or Emergency Use Authorization.

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

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