Senior Associate Scientist (Contract), Conjugation Development

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• BS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field with minimum 5 years of industry experience, or MS degree with minimum 3 years of industry experience.

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Vaxcyte is a clinical-stage vaccine innovation company engineering high-fidelity vaccines to protect humankind from the consequences of bacterial diseases, which have serious and costly health consequences when left unchecked. Working to eradicate or treat bacterial infections such as invasive pneumococcal disease, Group A Strep, and Shigella is just the beginning. Our path to success is clear and well-defined, and Vaxcyte is set up to go the distance.

WHAT we do is every bit as important as HOW we do it! Our work together is guided by four enduring core values:

*RETHINK CONVENTION: We bring creative and intellectual diversity to every facet of the work we do in order to innovate and re-innovate the way vaccines are delivered.

*AIM HIGH: We embody our collectively audacious goal to courageously make the most complex biologics ever attempted to protect humankind.

*LEAD WITH HEART: Everyone leads at Vaxcyte with a kindness-first, inclusive approach to collaboration and vigorous debate that advances our business objectives.

*MODEL EXCELLENCE: The magnitude of our challenge requires our shared commitment to demonstrating integrity, accountability, equality and clarity across communications and decision making.

Vaxcyte is seeking Senior Associate Scientist (Contract), Conjugation Development, who will support the development of a robust process for generating the company’s proprietary pneumococcal conjugate vaccine. This role will focus on review of analytical data and electronic notebook entries for accuracy and adherence to SOPs. This is a remote, part-time position with flexible working hours that requires strong organizational skills, clear communication, and a high level of attention to detail.

• Review analytical assay data for adherence to SOPs and accuracy.
• Review electronic notebook entries for completeness and accuracy.
• Track shipping details for vendor-supplied samples.
• Draft and update data analysis templates to reflect new and updated analytical methods and for continuous improvement.
• Maintain organized records of review status of notebook entries and analytical data.
• Contribute to reports, certificates, and other documentation supporting process development.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and contribute to cross-functional activities.

Requirements

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• BS degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field with minimum 5 years of industry experience, or MS degree with minimum 3 years of industry experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in an analytical development or quality control role.
• Prior experience running colorimetric assays is required.
• Prior experience with SEC-MALS is required.
• Prior experience with SDS-PAGE is required.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and record-keeping abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to integrity, professionalism, and safety in all aspects of work.

Reports to: Associate Director, Conjugation Development

Location: San Carlos, CA

Expected Contract Length: 12 months

Hourly Range: $56.00 - $62.00 (SF Bay Area). Hourly ranges for non-California locations may vary.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.