Research Associate

Company: Genzyme Corporation
Location: Framingham, Massachusetts
Posted on: May 11, 2012

Job Description:

(MULTIPLE OPENINGS)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Investigates basic technical problems pertaining to protein formulation development and stability characterization. Performs routine scientific procedures and experiments under general supervision. Plans and prioritizes concurrent experimental procedures. Integrates, complies, and tabulates data and assists supervisor in the analysis and interpretation of the results. May provide oral presentations on results to other department members.

Works independently under general supervision and direction. Work is reviewed for soundness of judgment and overall adequacy and accuracy. Performs work that consistently requires independent decision making and the exercise of independent judgment and discretion. Duties require advanced knowledge in specialized field of learning.

REQUIREMENTS:

Master of Science degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent foreign education) and 1 year of experience in Industrial Formulation Development

OR, in the alternative,

Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent foreign education) and 3 years experience in Industrial Formulation Development.

SPECIAL SKILLS/DEMONSTRATED EXPERTISE:

1.) Demonstrated experience utilizing analytical techniques (including spectroscopy, calorimetry, enzyme activity assays, ELISA, chromatography, and light scattering) to characterize and evaluate the stability of lyophilized solid and liquid drug product dosage forms.

2.) Demonstrated experience with particle size and shape characterization utilizing dynamic light scattering techniques.

3.) Demonstrated experience working with alternative drug delivery platforms, including liposomes, suspensions, nanoparticles, and implantable matrices.

4.) Demonstrated experience in thermal analysis, including TGA and DSC.

5.) Demonstrated expertise in aseptic and sterile material preparation and handling, including training in cGMP and cGLP manufacturing requirements.

Genzyme is willing to accept any candidate with a suitable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Please send resumes to recruitment@genzyme.com and reference job code "GCSB".

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