Senior Research Associate/Associate Scientist, Analytical/QC

Location: Woburn, MA

Vaxess Technologies is a venture-backed company developing next-generation vaccines and therapies based on its MIMIX^TM platform. MIMIX^TM is a microarray patch that enables intradermal delivery of vaccines and therapeutics to enhance efficacy and simplify administration. We are committed to enabling products that are not only more effective but also more accessible to patients around the world.

Research & Development at Vaxess is cross-disciplinary, integrating biology, chemistry, immunology, materials science, and engineering to address important unmet medical needs in vaccines and therapeutics. We are seeking a talented, collaborative, and highly motivated individual with expertise in analytical methods for large molecules to join our core team of scientists and engineers. The Research Associate/Associate Scientist will execute Quality Control testing, and associated operations as well as develop analytical assays to support the current and future Vaxess products. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an emerging early-phase clinical company bringing innovative technology to the global market.

Key Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform routine and non-routine analyses of drug substances, intermediates, and drug products using techniques such as HPLC, SEC, DLS, ELISA, Viscometer, and UV-Vis spectroscopy.
• Analyze and interpret analytical data to ensure accuracy and compliance with specifications.
• Prepare detailed reports and summaries of findings for management.
• Execute experiments for developing analytical test methods for use in process development support and ultimately cGMP testing within timelines.
• Assist the R&D team with routine analytical testing
• Develop, qualify, validate, and characterize purity/potency methods for intermediates and drug products, including immuno-based potency assays.
• Contribute scientific know-how in the design, development, and execution of Biophysical and biochemical characterization of proteins, peptides, mRNA, & LNPs.
• Maintain an accurate and high standard for laboratory records and electronic lab notebook entries, ensuring up-to-date data records.
• Effectively collaborate cross-functionally to facilitate the success of projects and meet organizational goals.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, cross-functional environment with superior oral and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of related experience or master’s degree with at least 2 years of related experience
• Proficiency in analytical techniques such as HPLC, SEC, DLS, ELISA, Viscometer, Surface Tension/Contact Angle & UV-Vis
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience working in a QC/GMP laboratory is a plus
• Experience working in mRNA/LNP is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Committed to working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team

Vaxess is building a team of exceptional people to rapidly advance product development. We work closely as a team and thrive in a dynamic, exciting, and engaging work environment. If you’re interested in joining the Vaxess team, please submit your CV/resume to careers@vaxess.com.