Lab Associate

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Lab Associate for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Pharmaceutical clients in Philadelphia, PA.

Responsibilities:
The drug product development team within the process and technology development organization at Firm is seeking a highly motivated Lab Associate. Firm has paved the way for gene therapies and is
a recognized leader in the transformational field. As a member of our dedicated process development function, the scientist will play a key role in supporting early and late-stage drug product development activities.

• Support formulation and fill/finish process development (including in-use and administration, container closures and device and raw material aspects) of early and late-stage gene therapy projects.
• Support commercial projects and/or life cycle projects as needed
• Execution of studies to support formulation, process development E&Ls and compatibility and in use and administration studies. Lead identification, designing, and execution of administration device
• (large molecule parenteral devices) studies Execution of analytical biophysical characterization and high throughput formulation development and screening
• Collaborate and work with cross functional teams (e.g., with analytical development, drug substance, CMC, clinical etc.). Prepare and present (e.g., data) as needed
• Support downstream process development (including for successful DP process and formulation development)
• Support external/ internal manufacturing process and participate troubleshooting and investigations
• Ensure compliance with Firm procedures and good practices (e.g., documentation)

Required Skills:

• B.S in biochemistry, pharmaceutics, chemical engineering, material sciences, mechanical engineering, or related discipline with 0-2 years of industry experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience/background in large molecule drug product development (formulation and/or process), material sciences, and/or container closures and devices (parenteral administration) development is preferred but not required.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

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