Scientist II, Analytical Development

The role

The Scientist II, Analytical Development executes analytical testing and contributes to method development for biologics and vaccine development programs. This role performs routine and non-routine assays, supports method optimization, and authors technical documentation.

What you will do

• Contribute to method development, optimization, and qualification/validation readiness activities.
• Design and execute experiments to evaluate critical method parameters.
• Troubleshoot assay and instrument performance issues.
• Support and execute method transfer activities.
• Author and revise analytical methods, SOPs, protocols, and technical reports.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to define analytical plans and meet timelines.
• Train and mentor junior staff and new team members.
• Perform routine and non-routine analytical testing using modern analytical methods.
• Coordinate routine instrument maintenance and service activities.
• Manage inventory of reagents, standards, and consumables.

Required qualifications

• PhD with 2–5 years of relevant industry experience in analytical development, QC, or related field
• MS with 7+ years of relevant industry experience in analytical development, QC, or related field
• BS with 10+ years of relevant industry experience in analytical development, QC, or related field
• PhD, MS or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline
• Strong hands-on experience with multiple analytical techniques, such as UV-Vis, HPLC, CE, SDS-PAGE, icIEF, liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, enzyme kinetics, colorimetric and fluorescent plate
• Strong knowledge of analytical chemistry/biochemistry principles
• Proven ability to independently troubleshoot non-routine assay and instrument issues
• Proficient with analytical software, data processing workflows, and statistical tools
• Ability to independently plan and prioritize work and manage multiple projects
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication
• Ability to work in a laboratory environment for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Nice to have

• Experience independently driving method development or optimization activities preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits
• Equity component

About the company

Vaxcyte is a clinical-stage vaccine innovation company engineering high-fidelity vaccines to protect humankind from bacterial diseases.