Research Associate I, Biocharacterization

Research Associate I, Biocharacterization

Position Summary: 

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually. 

Catalent Biologics Emeryville, CA site, formerly the startup company Redwood Bioscience, has developed a proprietary approach for site-specific bioconjugation to produce next-generation antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). This technology, termed SMARTag®, is based on use of the aldehyde-tag site-specific protein modification technology and Catalent’s novel conjugation chemistry and proprietary, stable linkers. SMARTag is a clinical-stage technology that was named Runner Up for Best Platform at the 2022 World ADC Awards in San Diego, CA. The Catalent Biologics Emeryville site comprises a close-knit team of scientists working cross-functionally with each other to nimbly achieve our goals and milestones. We are a research site, working to develop therapeutic ADC drug candidates for clinical testing. We also continuously strive to improve and expand our technology platform. The team has a focus on publishing papers and filing intellectual property to contribute to the exciting and dynamic field of bioconjugation and drug conjugates.

Catalent in Emeryville, CA is seeking a Research Associate I in our Biocharacterization group who will be responsible for assisting with the cell-based characterization of therapeutic ADC candidates. This position is based in Emeryville, CA, 94608 in the EmeryStation West campus, at 5959 Horton St., easily accessible by BART / EmeryGoRound, AMTRAK, or car (with private, secured, on-site car and bike parking provided).

This is a full-time position, Monday – Friday with working hours between 8am-5pm on-site. 

Catalent is committed to a Patient First culture through excellence in quality and compliance, and to the safety of every patient, consumer, and Catalent employee. 

The Role:

• Maintain cell lines, cell inventory and lab notebook
• Perform in vitro cytotoxicity studies to test the potency of ADCs and cytotoxic payloads
• Test antibody and ADC binding and internalization characteristics through flow cytometry-based methods
• Function as a key contributing member of the Biocharacterization team, proactively communicating results and contributing to troubleshooting
• Share results and ideas across the site’s multidisciplinary teams
• Generate data to support strategic partner relationships, platform development, patents, and publications
• Other duties as assigned

The Candidate:

• Bachelor's degree required in biology, biochemistry or a related discipline
• No additional research experience required, but candidates must be familiar with general aseptic techniques, cell culture, and microscopy (live cell, whole cell, and tissue section analysis)
• High degree of personal and professional integrity, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and can adjust to changing situations by providing ideas and solution
• Physical Requirements: On an average 8-hour day this position requires the ability to walk, sit and stand, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms at or above shoulder height and below waist height, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear, smell and lift up to 40 pounds. Specific vision requirements including reading of written documents, visual inspection of materials and use of computer monitor screen frequently.

Pay:

• The anticipated salary range for this role in Emeryville, CA is $60,000 to $75,000 annually. The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc.  Catalent is a multi-state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Why you should join Catalent:

• Awesome team collaboration with potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives 
• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process 
• Diverse, inclusive culture with several Employee Resource Groups focusing on D&I
• 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays
• Dynamic, fast-paced work environment
• Positive working environment focusing on continually improving processes to remain innovative
• Community engagement and green initiatives 
• Generous 401K match
• Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment 
• Tuition Reimbursement – Let us help you finish your degree or earn a new one!
• WellHub program to promote overall physical wellness 
• Perkspot - offers exclusive or private discounts from approximately 900+ merchants in a wide array of categories

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career!  Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. 

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Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [email protected]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

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