Scientist, Process Analytical Sciences - Biologics Ad

Johnson & Johnson Johnson & Johnson · Pharma · Malvern, PA +1

Scientist role focused on process analytical sciences for biologics drug development, involving execution of protein-based analytical assays, troubleshooting instrumentation, and designing/deploying automation workflows using platforms like Tecan. The role requires collaboration in cross-functional teams and experience with laboratory automation.

What you'd actually do

  1. Conduct execution of protein-based analytical assays for biologics drug development to quantify size variants, excipient content, charge variants, bioactivity, etc.
  2. Troubleshoot instrumentation issues; perform root-cause investigations with SMEs/vendors and implement corrective actions.
  3. Thrive in a team setting in a dynamic environment, contribute technical expertise to multiple large molecule programs, be proficient with documentation, and review of analytical data
  4. Design and deploy Tecan-automated sample prep workflows supporting protein-based assays and day-to-day analytical testing needs.
  5. Create and maintain Tecan scripts/methods (liquid classes, labware definitions, prompts, sample sheets, error handling) for reliable execution.

Skills

Required

  • Hands-on experience with laboratory automation platforms, including Tecan (EVO/Fluent) or similar liquid-handling systems, with demonstrated capability in scripting and workflow development.
  • Experience working in cross-functional environments, effectively collaborating with analytical scientists, engineers, digital/data teams, and external vendors.
  • Strong background in multiple protein-based technologies (e.g., HPLC/UPLC, cIEF, CE-SDS, ELISA, cell-based assays, etc.)

Nice to have

  • Experience with programming or scripting concepts (e.g., EVOware, FluentControl, Python, or similar) and integration of automated systems with data platforms (ELN/LIMS).
  • Demonstrated ability to train and mentor others, create standard work, and build sustainable technical capability within a team environment.
  • Strong communication, organization, and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize work and deliver against timelines in a dynamic environment.
  • Familiarity with regulated environments (e.g., GMP/GxP) and supporting documentation, validation, and data integrity requirements.
  • Proven experience translating manual analytical or sample preparation workflows into automated solutions, supporting biologics development or protein-based assays.