Associate Scientist

About Inventprise

At Inventprise, developing innovative and widely available vaccines is in our DNA. By producing targeted vaccines for populations worldwide, we're addressing global health inequalities and empowering people to live healthy lives—no matter where they live. Headquartered in Redmond, WA, our goal is to deliver affordable, effective vaccines at large-scale to Low and Middle Income Countries, as well as populations in the U.S. and around the world. Inventprise is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where our people are inspired to do their best work. We’re proud to have some of the world’s most qualified industry scientists, researchers, and manufacturing professionals on our team, and strive to create a vibrant, dynamic presence in the Washington State Life Sciences environment.

What the Role Offers - Associate Scientist

Associate Scientist will plan, organize, and execute experiments, according to high scientific standards, under minimal supervision following GLP and/or GMP guidelines.

What You Need to Succeed

• Assist in purification processes of polysaccharides, proteins, and viral-like particles (VLPs), further scale up and transfer into cGMP manufacturing environment and carry out purification operations in cGMP environment.

• Design and synthesis of bioconjugates involving polysaccharides/proteins or chemical modification of biomolecules with small molecules, functional linkers etc. involving specific chemistries.

• Perform harvest clarification, normal and tangential flow filtration

• Perform ion-exchange, size exclusion, hydrophobic, and affinity chromatography using AKTA systems and Unicorn software or similar chromatography techniques.

• Perform equipment set-up, sterilization, daily operation, sampling, and in-process analytical testing.

• Prepare necessary sterile chemicals solutions and other reagents required for processing.

• Execute / Participate in qualification, validation of process, equipment, utilities program following approved protocols.

• Work independently or in a team to perform, troubleshoot, evaluate, and propose experiments.

• Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory notebook and documentation according to regulatory guidelines.

• Periodically present results and summarize progress to team members.

• Effectively prioritize tasks to meet goals and drive project to completion according to timelines.

• Act as a team player and strive in a fast-paced, multitasking, creative and goal-orientated environment.

• Maintain confidentiality of all company records and information.

• Preparation of Batch Records, SOP, record sheets, protocols, reports, specifications, and other controlled documents.

• Maintenance and execution of proper laboratory notebooks, documentation of experiments, data analysis, compilation, and presentation.

• Intellectually contribute to main goals by staying current with scientific literature and state-of-the-art methodologies.

• Comply with all laboratory safety requirements and procedures.

• Follow all safety regulations, Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) policies and rules. Must comply with corporate HSE policies, including proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), which is mandatory in designated areas. Approved PPE includes lab coats, face shields and approved gloves. Safety goggles are required for all tasks. Job includes handling bio-hazardous waste in a safe manner.

• Always maintain professional image and confidentiality of all company records and information.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of experience working in either upstream or downstream fermentation and purification processes.
• Master’s degree and 7+ years of experience working in either upstream or downstream fermentation and purification processes.
• PhD with experience working in an appropriate field for a minimum of 3+ years.

Physical Demands:

• Must be present on site for all related responsibilities and be able to routinely perform activities as defined above.

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to dress in sterile gowning in the form of scrubs and clean room coveralls.

• Ability to handle and work with potentially hazardous chemicals per standard operating procedure.

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.

Mental Demands:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Highly organized with an attention to detail.

• Must maintain a high level of alertness and acuity for analytical review and processing of documentation, daily.

• Able to work independently with changing priorities.

Working Conditions:

• Onsite position in Woodinville, WA. No remote or hybrid work is available for this position.

• Availability to work in our Woodinville or Redmond facilities.

• Extended periods of time on the computer.

• Extended periods of time on your feet.

• Working in warm environment wearing sterile gowning.

• Working with chemicals per standard operating procedure.

Estimated Base Salary: $73,133 - $85,000 / yearly DOE

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, or HSA: Inventprise contributes 80% toward the Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for the employee, and their enrolled spouse, and dependents. Medical plans are currently provided through Premera Blue Cross.

• 401(k) program: Inventprise offers both pre-tax 401(k) and post-tax Roth retirement savings plans, letting you decide how you want to save for the future. We also make an employer contribution of 3% of your total earnings each pay period, regardless of whether you contribute.

• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, in addition to paid holidays.

• Stock & Bonus Plans: Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s Bonus and Stock plans.

Our People-First Philosophy

At Inventprise, you’ll be part of a world-class team working on innovative vaccines and technologies that have global impact. Our people are an integral part of our strategy, allowing us to grow as a company and improve our performance year-over-year.
Our company was built on the belief that by working together, we have the ability to make the world a better place and improve lives. We have a growth mindset and are constantly looking for ways to enhance our contributions to improve global health. We believe that when we support each other and set high standards, we are able to do our best work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Inventprise is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender, identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.