R&D Associate II/Associate Scientist I

About the Organization My company shares my passion for helping to improve human health around the world." "This is My MedImmune." Those who join MedImmune feel a sense of ownership about their future. They thrive with a recognized leader in the biotechnology industry and the wholly-owned subsidiary of AstraZeneca plc. Here, you will join passionate professionals who advance science, technology and medicine to develop products designed to help people live better lives. You will excel in an environment characterized by respect, integrity and growth opportunities• that encourages both individual contribution and collaborative entrepreneurial thinking. Our products and/or product candidates are designed to address areas of need in infection, oncology, respiratory disease and inflammation, cardiovascular/gastrointestinal disease and neuroscience. Explore a MedImmune career as we strive to better more lives, more often, around the world. Description Title: R&D Associate II/Associate Scientist I Location: MD, Gaithersburg - Corporate Headquarters Req: 02099 Major Duties and Responsibilities (including supervising others): Perform formulation development, optimization, product characterization and stability studies of protein therapeutics. Design and execute experiments to support preformulation, formulation screening, biophysical characterization studies, container closure compatibility studies, pre-filled syringe development studies, lyophilization and fill-finish. Write protocols, analyze data, interpret results and prepare technical reports and summaries with minimal supervision. Present findings at internal meetings and/or contribute to the preparation of manuscripts. Function effectively as a member of one or more project teams. Position Requirements Special Skills/Abilities: Experience with protein formulation development, biophysical characterization techniques such as DSC, fluorescence spectroscopy, CD, analytical techniques such as HPLC is preferred. Experience in sub-visible particle testing, light scattering techniques, pre-filled syringe development, lyophilization, fill/finish operations would be advantageous. Good communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated leadership qualities, and the ability to thrive in an interdisciplinary fast paced environment are also an integral part of this position. Job Complexity: Requires thorough understanding of protein formulation development and characterization principles Supervision: Must demonstrate ability to work independently with minimum degree of supervision. (Supervision required, level of independence) Educational Requirements Requirements/Qualifications: Education: M.S. or B.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutics, Chemical Engineering or related field Experience: 2-5 years experience in the biopharmaceutical industry is desired. Company Info None Specified

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Category:	Biotech/Pharmaceutical
	> Other Biotechnology
Location:	Gaithersburg, MD
County:	Montgomery County
ZIP Code:	20877
Pay Rate:	Open
Job Terms:	full time
Company:	MedImmune Inc.
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