About this role
Design and perform hypothesis-driven formulation and process development experiments for sterile vaccine drug products (buffers, stabilizers, antigen/adjuvant, vials, syringes) across multiple vaccine modalities (subunit, conjugate, live-attenuated, etc.). Prepare formulations and fill vials/syringes for characterization & animal studies using aseptic technique and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP); support transfer to GMP manufacturing. Conduct stability and forced-degradation studies; analyze data, summarize findings, and author technical reports and electronic notebook entries. Operate and troubleshoot benchtop unit operations (mixing, filtration, pumping, lyophilization), common lab instruments (pH, scales, pipettes), and analytical tools (DLS, SLS, KF, DSC, DSF) Collaborate with cross-functional teams (discovery, analytical, manufacturing, regulatory) to meet project timelines and deliverables. Continuously learn and apply current literature, methods, and technologies to improve formulations and processes. Support selected analytical studies on formulated products such as osmolality, viscosity, pH, and dynamic light scattering.Follow safe laboratory practices and maintain the work area in a clean orderly and safe manner.Draft, review and execute protocols for batch manufacture. Minimum Education Requirements:
B.S. in Chemical/Biochemical/Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Immunology, Materials Science, or related field with 1-2 years of relevant experience.
Required Skills and Experience:
Hands-on laboratory experience (academic or industry) with basic sterile technique, buffer preparation, and sample handling. Strong written and verbal communication skills; experience documenting experiments in electronic or paper lab notebooks. Basic data analysis skills and ability to summarize and visualize experimental resultsScientific and mechanical aptitude and experience maintaining, designing, and/or operating scientific equipment and machinery.Ability to follow safe laboratory practices and maintain work area in a clean orderly and safe manner.Team-oriented, motivated to learn, and able to manage multiple priorities under technical supervision. Comfortable working in a face-paced environment and adapting to change
Must be authorized to work in the United States indefinitely without restrictions or sponsorship.
Position is full-time, Monday-Friday, generally 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., weekend work might be expected. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of West Point, PA are encouraged to apply.
Excellent full-time benefits include:
Comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision optionsLife and disability insurance401(k) with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysEurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.