Research Associate (Process Development)

• Molecular biological techniques for generating synthetic DNA.

• Use of purification techniques such as affinity and anion exchange chromatography and filtration-based unit operations. 
• Buffer preparation.

• Analytical assays including, but not limited to, pH, conductivity, analyte measurements, and electrophoresis.
• Tissue culture techniques required for maintaining mammalian cell culture.
• Performance of general laboratory tasks, including maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain accurate and reliable records including database management, batch records, lab notebooks, and all other pertinent documentation.
• Writing and/or contributing to SOPs, batch records, protocols and reports.
• Cross training in all process development work being conducted at Landmark Bio.
• Comply with all environmental health and safety standards.
• This is a hands-on lab-based position requiring a flexible schedule based on experimental work (some weekend work may be required).

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemical or biochemical engineering, biotechnology, or related discipline with relevant experience
• Strong team worker who is also independently motivated, detail oriented and possesses good problem-solving capabilities.
• Detailed oriented.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently as well as part of interdisciplinary development team.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written skills; able to handle confidential information and material appropriately

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with DNA.
• Experience using the Unicorn software as part of the AKTA chromatography system