Senior Research Associate (Contract)

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We are seeking a detail-oriented Analyst with hands-on experience in protein production and purification, including downstream techniques and analytics. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong competence in ELISA assay development and execution, along with a solid understanding of quality and documentation standards within a pharmaceutical and/or biotech industry environment. This role is best suited for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, science-driven setting and is committed to generating high-quality, reproducible data to support therapeutic development.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Optimizes and establishes bioanalytical methods for protein production and purification.

• Performs laboratory work supporting bioanalysis and characterization of process development experiments and early-stage clinical development production/manufacturing runs.

• Works with RBI’s Quality Control unit supporting analytical method feasibility and phase-appropriate validation (method qualification) of release testing assays.

• Authors method feasibility workplans and method qualification protocols; executes the workplans/protocols in the Development lab or in RBI’s Quality Control laboratory as needed/appropriate; helps in troubleshooting any challenges during the execution; authors reports and method SOPs/WINs.

• Conducts analytical testing/development work in small teams or individually as required.

• Prepares comprehensive and complete documentation; conducts thorough analysis of data; reports results for all work completed.

• Conducts high-quality work in accordance with all required safety standards and Regulatory guidelines where applicable.

• Completes experimental work/written documents etc. in a timely manner according to project timelines.

• Conducts the transfer, development, and qualification/validation of analytical methods in coordination with Quality Control and Quality Assurance, as required.

• Prepares workplans, protocols, records, and reports.

• Presents results, recommendations and next steps for projects to clients and management.

• Prepares written reports of results, analyses, and summaries of work.

• Prepares laboratory methods and procedures, SOPs/WINs and executes work at the appropriate level of compliance for non-GMP and GMP projects as required.

• Coordinates external testing with vendors or other labs in the RESILIENCE network as required

• Participates in project team meetings and works on multiple projects as required.

• Maintains up to date technical and compliance training.

• Ensures all required materials to perform work are available and maintained.

• Ensures all required equipment and devices are maintained and calibrated appropriately.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hands-on experience in development and execution of bioanalytical techniques for protein therapeutics

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Works well independently and in a team environment

• Able to keep meticulous laboratory records 

• Experience in R&D or Quality Lab environments

• Experience writing experimental and/or GMP documents in accordance with departmental and company Quality Standards

• Knowledge and practical experience in protein analysis such as BCA, ELISA, Western blot, Bradford, SDS-PAGE, CE-SDS, cIEF, Potency and Functionality Cell Based assays, HPLC, and concentration analysis using UV-Vis Spectrophotometry.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

 

• Ph.D. with > 1-2 years industry experience; M.Sc. with 3 years’ experience; B.Sc. with 5 years’ experience

• Protein chemistry; protein characterization; bioanalytical methods

• GDP compliant analytical methods and record keeping as appropriate for R&D and GMP manufacturing

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Pre-employment medical and medical re-examination performed every 2 years or as per RESILIENCE’s SOPs; included as part of the medical is a respirator fit test (half mask), and pulmonary function test

• This position requires vaccination for Hepatitis A and B

 

BEHAVIOURAL:

Demonstrated ability to apply the following behavioral competencies on the job:

 

Goal Orientation: Energetically focusing efforts on meeting a goal, mission, or objective

Organization and Planning: Utilizing logical, systematic, and orderly procedures to meet objectives

Written Communication: Writing clearly, succinctly, and understandably

Creativity/Innovation: Adapting traditional or devising new approaches, concepts, methods, models

Problem Solving:  Anticipating, analyzing, diagnosing and resolving problems

Written Communication: Writing clearly, succinctly and in a manner understood by the target audience.

Flexibility: Agility in adapting to change. Ability to work independently.  Occasional weekend/evening work required.

Resilience Biotechnologies Inc. (RESILIENCE), is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements known to Human Resources.

Resilience offers employees a robust total rewards program including an annual cash bonus program, a RRSP/DPSP with a generous company match, a very competitive healthcare, dentalcare, vision care, life, LTD, and AD&D benefits package, fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits, flexible time off, paid holidays, pregnancy and parental leave top-up plan, tuition reimbursement, and employee referral program. Our target base pay hiring range for this position is $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year. Actual base pay is dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s geographical location, relevant experience, qualifications, skills and knowledge. Excited about Resilience and the biomanufacturing revolution? We encourage you to apply and start a conversation with one of our recruiters.