Research Associate I - Analytical Sciences

1d1 day ago

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.

IE · Full-time · €32,000 – €42,000

About this role

BioMarin is a leading rare disease biotechnology company focused on developing medicines for genetically defined conditions. The Analytical Sciences department is seeking a skilled Analytical Biochemist or Biologist to join a team supporting gene therapy and enzyme replacement therapy candidates.

The successful candidate will execute a wide variety of analytical methods and assays for characterization of therapeutic candidates. Primary responsibility involves executing product testing to support Drug Substance and Drug Product process development teams, with a focus on non-routine testing.

The role requires strong understanding of GMP, GLP, and regulatory standards, along with familiarity in protein chemistry and bioassays. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams including Drug Substance Technologies, Manufacturing, and Quality.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking therapies for rare genetic conditions like achondroplasia and PKU. Work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment alongside world-class scientists and cutting-edge analytical instrumentation.

Requirements

Strong understanding of GMP, GLP, and regulatory standards.
Familiarity with protein chemistry/function and bioassays.
Experience in cell culture techniques and protein expression/activity readout methods.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and writing skills.
Proven data analysis, interpretation, and scientific communication skills.
Demonstrated flexibility and execution skills in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Execute product testing to support Drug Substance and Drug Product process development teams.
Perform non-routine testing of in-process samples and final product samples for key projects.
Conduct analytical tests using techniques such as HPLC, UPLC, CE, FTIR, and plate-based methods.
Document all test results accurately and in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and company SOPs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Drug Substance Technologies, Drug Product Device Technologies, Manufacturing, and Quality.
Provide concise and quantitative analysis of data and interpretation of experimental results.
Provide effective oral presentations at departmental meetings and report progress to the manager weekly.
Write up experimental plans and results, and catalogue data electronically for inspections.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on groundbreaking gene therapy and enzyme replacement therapy programs.
Access to state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation including HPLC, UPLC, CE, and FTIR.
Collaboration with world-class scientists across multiple cross-functional teams.