Scientist (f/m/d) – Biophysical Characterization at Coriolis Pharma Reserach GmbH

Durham, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Biophysical Characterization, Analytical Ultracentrifugation, Circular Dichroism, HPLC/UPLC, Formulation Development, LIMS, Data Analysis, Method Transfer, Subvisible Particle Analysis, Biosimilar Testing, Project Leadership, Equipment Qualification

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Purpose of your Job As part of our dynamic Formulation Development & Analytics unit, you will contribute to enabling the next generation of biopharmaceutical therapies. Our team develops innovative formulation and analytical strategies under BSL-1/2 and S1/S2 safety levels as well as GMP quality standards, ensuring scientific excellence, precision, and curiosity. This role supports Coriolis Pharma’s global growth, including the expansion of new U.S. facilities in North Carolina’s Research Triangle Park (RTP). You will help transfer expertise, establish scientific capabilities, and ensure seamless integration of processes across locations. In this position, you will transform scientific questions into analytical insights by developing state-of-the-art methods, interpreting complex data, and contributing to client projects in an international environment. You will further develop both your technical expertise and personal skills. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on laboratory work, thrives in a project-driven setting, and is excited to contribute to scientific excellence and the establishment of a new U.S. site. Your Responsibility Project Work Be part of project teams for client projects (e.g., liquid/lyophilization formulation development, comparability and stress testing, storage stability study) as assigned by the superior with special focus on biophysical characterization techniques for biopharmaceuticals. Work as 1st or 2nd project leader and/or team member for projects. Contribute to the development of work plans, testing procedures and/or amendments for customer projects. Correctly, timely and independently plan and execute formulation preparation / analytical testing / experiments. Independently perform analytical method transfer/implementation. Demonstrate solid understanding of performed analytical methods and be able to apply the knowledge to interpret the data. Perform data analysis and subsequently put data into context for data presentation and/or report. Support scientific discussion in client meetings. Appropriately act on unforeseen events. Scientific Expertise Serve as an expert on several instruments, analytical methods, and application areas, including biophysical characterization methods (e.g., ability to perform method development, interpretation of data, troubleshooting and training of new users on analytical procedures including analytical ultracentrifugation and circular dichroism). Implementation of new analytical equipment / technologies and application of the methods within client projects. Training & Mentoring Support onboarding of new team members. Liaise with superior on training needs. Act as mentor. Laboratory Operations Serve as a System Owner for laboratory equipment: responsible for operator training, equipment maintenance, calibration and qualification. Ensure that GRP rules are followed and documented. Ensure general laboratory cleanliness. Other duties as assigned by superior. Initiative application What you need to succeed University degree in pharmaceutical sciences, (bio)chemistry, biology, or a related field Minimum 3 years of relevant experiences, e.g. employment in pharmaceutical industry / analytical laboratory (e.g. CDMO) or PhD studies Experience with equipment commissioning, maintenance, and LIMS Proven track record and hands-on experience in relevant biophysical characterization techniques (AUC, CD, µDSC, FTIR, fluorescence, DLS, nanoDSF) is strongly preferred Additional expertise in planning and execution of biosimilar testing is a plus Proficiency in HPLC/UPLC-analysis (SEC, IEX, RP, LC-CAD, LC-MS), CE-analysis and subvisible particle analysis (MFI, LO) is highly beneficial Knowhow of biopharmaceutical formulation development, clinical in-use testing and PPM comparability testing is beneficial Strong verbal and written communication skills Good knowledge of English (both written and spoken) Good time management and prioritization skills Eagerness to learn and develop new skills Open-minded and able to adapt strategies to changes Strong intercultural and interdisciplinary team player Strong problem-solving skills Hands-on mentality: practical, solution-oriented approach with a willingness to take initiative Candidates must be based in North Carolina (NC) or willing to relocate to NC Invest in yourself Why to join Coriolis? Let’s formulate innovation together… Our success & development is created by the people working together @Coriolis. We put People first! That’s why we have a growth mindset, and value personality, collaboration and community to create an empowering and inspiring working space with focus on quality and customers. We would like to grow together with you! Let’s continue building and creating the future now! Join our Team of currently around 200 employees. In a highly motivated and interdisciplinary team, we provide you with a great chance to increase your experience. We offer an attractive work space at the Martinsried site. Let’s make a difference together! Coriolis Pharma is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of ethnicity, sex, citizenship or gender identity, color, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, marital status, age or individual preferences. Different backgrounds, experiences and ideas push us further and raise the bar. Thank you for your interest! We look forward to receiving your application documents. Please use our career portal exclusively for this purpose. We would like to support you from the very beginning to shape your development possibilities here at Coriolis. For questions or further information, please visit our website or contact us directly. We are looking forward to your application! Your Contact Dominik Schwemmer Senior Business Partner - Talent & Development People, Organization & Culture Unit Coriolis Pharma Research GmbH Phone: +49 (0) 89 – 417760 - 0 Fraunhoferstraße 18 b, 82152 Martinsried www.coriolis-pharma.com About us Coriolis Pharma is a global contract research and development organization (CRDO) and a premier partner for the development of liquid and lyophilized drug products, analytical services, and manufacturing services across a vast array of therapeutic modalities, including biologics, gene and cell therapies and vaccines. Our scientists design and execute platform and custom services to accelerate and derisk our clients’ programs right from the start and throughout the entire product lifecycle. Our company culture is based on diversity, teamwork and open and appreciative communication. That's why wonderful people from over 36 nations around the world work together successfully at Coriolis. Our headquarters are located in Martinsried near Munich, Germany. An additional project management and business development team in the United States enables our US clients to work seamlessly with our German offices. What motivates us? Our motivation is to improve the quality of life for humankind by enabling the development of innovative drugs through outstanding biopharmaceutical services from preclinical to commercialization

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Responsibilities

Lead and support client projects focusing on the biophysical characterization of biopharmaceuticals, including method development and data interpretation. Manage laboratory operations as a System Owner, ensuring equipment maintenance, calibration, and compliance with GRP rules.