POSITION SUMMARY: The Downstream Process Development group in Bioprocess R&D is seeking a Senior Associate Scientist contractor to support development and optimization of recovery and purification processes for recombinant proteins and biological macromolecules for early- and late-phase clinical trials. The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to designing and executing bench-scale development and characterization studies with proper documentation, analyzing and interpreting results, and authoring technical reports. This position interacts and collaborates with fellow scientists within Downstream PD and across Pharmaceutical Sciences. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: + Design and execute bench-scale chromatography and filtration development and characterization studies + Support process development for new molecules from platform process fit assessment through IND submissions + Transfer manufacturing processes to internal and/or external manufacturing facilities + Author technical reports and make presentations to scientists and management + Work with fellow Bioprocess, Analytical and Pharmaceutical R&D scientists across multiple sites EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: + Minimum Bachelor’s degree with 2-4 years of relevant experience or Masters degree with 0-2 years of relevant experience + Relevant experience in laboratory or manufacturing setting, preferably with preparative or analytical chromatography, filtration and other techniques + Experience using AKTA and Unicorn software + Experience with experimental design and interpretation of results + Work is primarily performed at the laboratory bench and at an office desk using a computer. + Relevant experience in laboratory or manufacturing setting + Experimental design and interpretation of results + AKTA FPLC and Unicorn software* Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00 • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Bothell,WA. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Jan 24, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.