Quality Control Associate Scientist

Genscript is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Quality Control (QC) Associate Scientist to join our dynamic US Protein Department in Piscataway, New Jersey.

The estimated salary range is $60,000 - $70,000, depending on experience.

Employment Type: Full-time

Role Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Associate Scientist to join our Protein Department QC group. This role is responsible for performing analytical characterization and quality control testing of recombinant proteins generated from high-throughput production workflows.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring protein identity, purity, and overall quality through robust analytical methodologies. This position operates in a data-driven and quality-focused environment where accuracy, reproducibility, and data integrity are essential. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with protein analytical techniques and familiarity with laboratory data management systems such as ELN, LIMS, or equivalent platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Perform routine and non-routine analytical and QC testing to evaluate protein identity, purity, and quality attributes.
2. Execute a range of protein characterization assays, including:
3. HPLC / UPLC (e.g., SEC, RP, IEX)
4. Capillary Electrophoresis (CE, iCE/cIEF)
5. SDS-PAGE
6. Western blot
7. LC-MS
8. Endotoxin assays
9. Prepare samples, reagents, buffers, and standards in accordance with established protocols and assay requirements.
10. Perform sample preparation workflows, including use of automated liquid handling systems where applicable.
11. Analyze, interpret, and document experimental data in ELN, LIMS, or equivalent systems, ensuring compliance with data integrity standards (e.g., ALCOA+ principles).
12. Support method troubleshooting and optimization, ensuring assay robustness, reproducibility, and consistency across runs.
13. Maintain laboratory instruments and ensure proper calibration and performance, supporting compliance with quality and safety standards.
14. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., protein production, process development) to support project timelines and deliverables.
15. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including method refinement, workflow efficiency, and data quality enhancement.

Qualifications:

1. BS or MS in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field with 2+ years of relevant experience in protein analytical characterization or QC.
2. Hands-on experience with protein analytical techniques such as HPLC/UPLC, CE, SDS-PAGE, Western blot, LC-MS, or endotoxin assays.
3. Familiarity with protein characterization workflows, including purity, aggregation, and identity analysis.
4. Experience with laboratory data systems (ELN, LIMS, or similar) and strong documentation practices.
5. Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity, accuracy, and reproducibility.
6. Experience in a CRO/CDMO or regulated QC environment is preferred.

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Salary: 60000.0 - 70000.0 USD