Scientist III, Analytical Development

Matica Biotechnology is at the forefront of biopharmaceutical research and development. The Matica Bio team brings an average of 15 years of cell and viral vector manufacturing experience to the development and manufacture of advanced therapy products. At our purpose-built GMP facility in College Station, Texas, we provide rapid development and scale-up of cell and gene therapies, vaccines, and Oncolytics meeting worldwide regulatory compliance.

The true value of a CDMO is determined by the quality of its people. Matica Bio consists of a dedicated team of experts. We're a cell and gene therapy CDMO powered by people, and our people provide real benefits to the quality, safety and speed of the cell and gene therapy development pathway. Our inventive thinking and foresight help us strategize the best path to take therapies from the lab to the market. Come join our dedicated team and Make it Happen With Matica Bio!

Position Opportunity:

The role of the Scientist III, Analytical Development is to serve in an advanced technical role in the Analytical and Process Development laboratories. The key responsibilities of this role will be to develop, transfer, optimize and qualify/validate test methods for client projects.

The successful candidate must be capable of thriving in a matrix environment, regularly interfacing with personnel in QC, QA, PD, and other departments. The Scientist III may also serve as technical lead for one or more projects, which may require interaction with clients, and/or other external collaborators or sponsors, while also meeting project goals and timelines. This role may include supervision of junior level team members as assigned.

How you will make an impact:

The Scientist III will be required to utilize advanced, practical experience with multiple analytical methods in a cGMP environment. These assays include, but are not limited to, cell-based assays (potency, activity), viral titration methods (plaque assay, TCID50), ddPCR, qPCR, HPLC, ELISA, FACS, as well as mammalian tissue culture.

This position will perform assigned analytical procedures, related testing, data organization, interpretation and reporting of results under minimal supervision when necessary. This individual will also ensure laboratory instruments and equipment are used properly, as well as maintenance and calibrations are up to date. The Scientist III will author, and may review, standard operating procedures (SOPs), Test Methods, Qualification and Validation protocols, and reports.

• Author, and assist with, the preparation of a variety of documentation
• Interface with, and train QC personnel during transfer/qualification activities
• Utilize ability to make decisions and recommendations
• Assist in resolving instrumentation issues, as well as OOS, and OOT scenarios
• Utilize capabilities to coordinate multiple experiments at one time, under minimal supervision, without compromising quality
• Maintain professionalism with management, personnel, and clientele
• Collaborative team player who will assist others and ask for assistance as necessary
• Utilize adept skills to gather and organize data and information
• Design and execution of analytical methods and associated results reporting
• Ensure personnel are properly trained in the use of laboratory equipment and instrumentation
• Maintain mammalian tissue cultures
• Must be able to communicate effectively through oral and written means
• Utilize organizational, effective time management and attention to detail skills daily
• Attend and participate in required meetings
• All other duties as assigned

As a future Matican You Bring:

Education:

• PhD or MS In Virology, Biochemistry or related field
• B.S. considered with aligned experience level

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience with a PhD
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience with a MS
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience with a BS

Knowledge/Skills:

• Advanced skills designing and executing analytical methods
• Advanced knowledge of cell-based assays (potency, activity), viral titration methods (plaque assay, TCID50), ddPCR, qPCR, HPLC, ELISA, FACS, mammalian tissue culture
• Advanced knowledge of cGMP, ICH guidelines, and biological safety is desired
• Expert foundation in experimental design and ability to execute experiments as directed
• Aseptic practices, transfer of required methods
• Computer software, data analysis, record keeping, time management
• Ability to work well independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication skills and data reporting skills
• Strong decision making, coordinating,

Qualities/Attitude:

• Positive, energetic, organized, detail oriented
• Conduct self with honesty and integrity
• Work as a team player to meet group, department, and company goals

Competencies we look for:

Commitment to Excellence, Problem Solving/Decision Making/Analytical Thinking, Communication Skills, Teamwork/Cooperation/Supportiveness, Flexibility/Adaptability, Initiative/Taking Ownership, Focus on Safety, Ethical/Trustworthiness, Work Ethic/Reliability, Thoroughness, Customer Service

We Value:

Matica's Values are at the forefront of everything we do, our culture, and the decisions we make.

• Start with Safety & Quality
• Choose the Path of Openness, Honesty, and Integrity
• Nurture Our Differences to Enable Our Collective Success
• Learn Continuously to Ensure Our Value and Relevance
• Commit to Delivering Life Altering Therapies