SUMMARY:
This person will aid in the development of a platform purification process for the generation of recombinant adeno-associated viral vectors (rAAV). This person will perform experiments under supervision of other scientists to maximize recovery and purity of AAV vectors from the upstream process using various purification techniques.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Learn and execute purification experiments with the direction of a Senior Scientist.
• Act as part of the team to develop a flexible leading edge purification process for AAV vectors delivering quality, pure product while maintaining high yield.
• Executes, analyzes, and interprets experiments focused on developing, improving, and characterizing harvest. chromatography, and TFF steps across Kriyas portfolio.
• Development of scale-up methods and scale-down models
• Ability to summarize results and communicate to peers.
• Independent initiative for follow up activities and design of subsequent work.
• Respond with team to solve emerging problems across operational scales in fast paced group with evolving priorities
• Maintain lab and equipment in ready, usable state for experiments.
• Flexible schedule with necessary weekend work in support of lab activities.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelors in Biochemistry/Chemical Engineering/Chemistry with minimum 2 years of experience.
• Experience with lab chromatography systems (AKTA), filter optimization, and UF/DF operations
• Experience in biologics purification development (AAV preferred)
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Work is normally performed in an on-site lab / office work environment
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Nominal Travel Required (<5%)
• May involve weekend work
This is an exciting time to participate in the field of gene therapy in general, and to become a part of Kriya Therapeutics’ fast-growing dedicated team. Kriya Therapeutics offers an exciting, meaningful and collaborative fast-paced environment with a foundation of sound and rigorous science. Competitive compensation and benefits package can be expected.
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