Research Associate II - Analytical

Research Associate II - Analytical

Temporary Assignment Through Agency - Potential Future Option for Regular Employee

Approximately 40 Hours Per Week

Job #24-09AT / #24-05A

Mapp Biopharmaceutical, Inc. "Mapp" is a San Diego based, innovative biopharmaceutical company focused on addressing unmet medical needs through the development of life-saving monoclonal antibody treatment options to combat a variety of neglected and tropical infectious diseases, and in support of biodefense programs.

The Early Research and Development Group (ERDG) and the Advanced Research and Development Group (ARDG) at Mapp Biopharmaceutical are responsible for the execution of high quality Research and Development activities to ensure the achievement of a robust portfolio through CMC, Nonclinical, Regulatory, Project Management, and Clinical activities consistent with Mapp's product development objectives.

The Research Associate II will support the Early (ERDG) and Advanced (ARDG) Research Development Groups by performing general laboratory duties as well as supporting laboratory Scientists in meeting their research and bioprocess development objectives.

Basic Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree in a related scientific discipline with 2 years relevant industry research laboratory experience OR MS Degree in a related scientific discipline
• Strong conceptual understanding of biological research activities
• Proficient in the use of chromatography (HPLC/FPLC) systems and respective software suites
• Demonstrated excellence in the following competency areas:
• Attention to detail
• Good general laboratory skills: accurate data collection, analysis, and familiarity with molarity calculations and buffer formulation
• Strong desire to learn new laboratory skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with protein analytical methods
• Hands-on experience with Waters UPLC and Wyatt MALS instrumentation is highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs various HPLC/UPLC analytical methods such as Poros Protein A, SEC, SEC-MALS, cIEX, HILIC, , using multiple HPLC/UPLC systems
• Performs measurement of protein and antibody purity via CE-SDS or equivalent method
• Performs impurity testing including host-cell DNA, HCP, and residual Protein A using commercially available ELISA kits
• Assists with antibody purification using AKTA FPLC or with plate-based purification to support product quality assessments
• Assists with pilot scale column packing and pilot scale antibody purification as needed
• Prepares buffers and solutions to support protein and antibody purification and product analytics, both at bench scale and pilot scale
• Performs general laboratory duties to support protein purification and analytical lab operation
• Maintains laboratory, equipment, and supplies by organizing laboratory space, tracking and maintaining inventory of laboratory supplies
• Maintains detailed and accurate records of all experiments performed
• Generates reports and documents as required
• Presents effectively and communicates results to supervisor and group

Mapp's anticipated pay scale for this position is $31.25 to $36.05. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the candidate's level of education, and type and length of experience within the job and/or within the industry. Currently this opening is a temporary position only through an agency, although if it converts to regular Mapp employment, the following benefits would apply: Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits are available to eligible employees and their families. Mapp also provides basic life insurance, short and long term disability, and a 401K plan that includes Company contributions to eligible employees. Full time employees will be provided 7 days of sick time, 14 paid holidays, and will also accrue 18 days of vacation throughout the calendar year.

This position is an on-site position located in Mapp's new state-of-the-art San Diego facility.

Mapp invites you to apply by submitting your information through the Mapp Biopharmaceutical, Inc. Job Openings website page. This job will remain open for twenty (20) days after being posted on Mapp's Job Openings website page.

No Solicitors, agents or placement agencies please. Mapp utilizes E-Verify.

Mapp is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.