Net2Source (N2S)
Scientist – Vaccine Drug Product Development
Net2Source (N2S), Lansdale, Pennsylvania, United States
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Base pay range $30.00/hr - $36.00/hr
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Location: West Point, PA, 19486
100% onsite
Duration: 12 months Contract
Position Summary
The Vaccine Drug Product Development team within Client's Research Laboratories is seeking a Contract Scientist/Engineer to join their department for one year. The selected candidate will contribute to the design and development of vaccine drug products from preclinical through Phase III stages, with a clear path toward commercialization. The role is hands-on, working in a fast-paced laboratory and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance the next generation of vaccine drug products.
Responsibilities
Design and perform hypothesis-driven formulation and process development experiments for sterile vaccine drug products (buffers, stabilizers, antigen/adjuvant, vials, syringes) across multiple vaccine modalities (subunit, conjugate, live-attenuated, etc.)
Prepare formulations and fill vials/syringes for characterization and animal studies using aseptic techniques and GLP standards; support technology transfer to GMP manufacturing
Conduct stability and forced-degradation studies; analyze data, summarize results, and document findings in electronic lab notebooks and technical reports
Operate and troubleshoot benchtop equipment (mixing, filtration, lyophilization), instruments (pH, balances, pipettes), and analytical tools (DLS, SLS, KF, DSC, DSF)
Collaborate with discovery, analytical, manufacturing, and regulatory teams to achieve project deliverables
Continuously learn and apply emerging literature, methods, and technologies to optimize formulations and processes
Support analytical characterization (osmolality, viscosity, pH, dynamic light scattering) of formulated products
Maintain a clean, safe laboratory environment and adhere to safety protocols
Draft, review, and execute batch manufacturing protocols
Qualifications
B.S. in Chemical/Biochemical/Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Immunology, Materials Science, or related field with 1–2 years of relevant experience
Hands-on laboratory experience (academic or industry) with sterile technique, buffer preparation, and sample handling
Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience maintaining laboratory documentation
Data analysis and visualization skills to summarize experimental results
Mechanical aptitude for maintaining and operating lab equipment
Strong teamwork, adaptability, and ability to manage multiple priorities
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Preferred Skills
Familiarity with biophysical/biochemical analytical techniques (e.g., DLS, HPLC, SDS-PAGE, UV/Vis)
Understanding of aseptic/formulation processes in non-GMP or GMP environments
Experience with statistical/design-of-experiments tools (JMP, Minitab) or numerical software (Matlab)
Prior experience in formulation, filtration, analytical/biochemical/biophysical characterization, or process development
Passion for pharmaceutical innovation and improving global health outcomes
Seniority level:
Associate
Employment type:
Contract
Job function:
Manufacturing and Science
Industries:
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Biotechnology Research
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This range is provided by Net2Source (N2S). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $30.00/hr - $36.00/hr
Direct message the job poster from Net2Source (N2S)
Location: West Point, PA, 19486
100% onsite
Duration: 12 months Contract
Position Summary
The Vaccine Drug Product Development team within Client's Research Laboratories is seeking a Contract Scientist/Engineer to join their department for one year. The selected candidate will contribute to the design and development of vaccine drug products from preclinical through Phase III stages, with a clear path toward commercialization. The role is hands-on, working in a fast-paced laboratory and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance the next generation of vaccine drug products.
Responsibilities
Design and perform hypothesis-driven formulation and process development experiments for sterile vaccine drug products (buffers, stabilizers, antigen/adjuvant, vials, syringes) across multiple vaccine modalities (subunit, conjugate, live-attenuated, etc.)
Prepare formulations and fill vials/syringes for characterization and animal studies using aseptic techniques and GLP standards; support technology transfer to GMP manufacturing
Conduct stability and forced-degradation studies; analyze data, summarize results, and document findings in electronic lab notebooks and technical reports
Operate and troubleshoot benchtop equipment (mixing, filtration, lyophilization), instruments (pH, balances, pipettes), and analytical tools (DLS, SLS, KF, DSC, DSF)
Collaborate with discovery, analytical, manufacturing, and regulatory teams to achieve project deliverables
Continuously learn and apply emerging literature, methods, and technologies to optimize formulations and processes
Support analytical characterization (osmolality, viscosity, pH, dynamic light scattering) of formulated products
Maintain a clean, safe laboratory environment and adhere to safety protocols
Draft, review, and execute batch manufacturing protocols
Qualifications
B.S. in Chemical/Biochemical/Biomedical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Immunology, Materials Science, or related field with 1–2 years of relevant experience
Hands-on laboratory experience (academic or industry) with sterile technique, buffer preparation, and sample handling
Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience maintaining laboratory documentation
Data analysis and visualization skills to summarize experimental results
Mechanical aptitude for maintaining and operating lab equipment
Strong teamwork, adaptability, and ability to manage multiple priorities
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
Preferred Skills
Familiarity with biophysical/biochemical analytical techniques (e.g., DLS, HPLC, SDS-PAGE, UV/Vis)
Understanding of aseptic/formulation processes in non-GMP or GMP environments
Experience with statistical/design-of-experiments tools (JMP, Minitab) or numerical software (Matlab)
Prior experience in formulation, filtration, analytical/biochemical/biophysical characterization, or process development
Passion for pharmaceutical innovation and improving global health outcomes
Seniority level:
Associate
Employment type:
Contract
Job function:
Manufacturing and Science
Industries:
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Biotechnology Research
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