Scientist III - Bioconjugation (ADC) Process Development

SUMMARY / JOB PURPOSE (Basic purpose of the job) :

The Scientist III, Bioconjugation (ADC) Process Development, will have an opportunity to contribute to Exelixis' Antibody Drug Conjugates (ADCs) technology platforms. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development of scale-able and robust downstream ADC processes and support technology transfer efforts, leading to clinical GMP manufacturing of ADCs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Technical knowledge at design, execution and data interpretation of experiments related to development, optimization, and scale-up of biologics with a focus on ADC Bioconjugation and Purification processes.
• Develop Subject Matter Expertise in bioconjugation (ADC) process development and manufacturing in support of CMC activities.
• Work closely with research function to understand relevant conjugation chemistries and transition bioconjugation process from research to CMC development.
• The ability to identify, evaluate, and implement new and existing technologies to improve process efficiency, control, and understanding.
• Experience in applying DOE and other advanced statistical techniques to design experiments (DoE) related to process development.
• Familiarity with authoring high-quality documents, including technical reports, SOPs, experimental protocols, drafting tech transfer related documents (process description, process flow diagrams, tech transfer reports, etc.) reviewing batch records, and sampling plans.
• The ability to contribute to MFG floor activities and provide scale up, technical support and troubleshooting to MFG groups at clinical and commercial manufacturing sites.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with CDMOs, is a plus.
• A familiarity with critically relevant areas such as analytical, formulation, and the general CMC scope for biologics is preferred.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across severalU.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this positionis $89,500 - $127,500 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidate's geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors.

In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.