- Job Type: Full-Time
- Function: Research Sci/Assoc/Mgr
- Industry: Vaccine
- Post Date: 09/30/2024
- Email: careers@vaxess.com
- Website: vaxess.com
- Company Address: 127 Western Avenue, Boston, MA, 02134
About Vaxess Technologies
Vaxess Technologies is a venture capital and Gates Foundation-backed life science company developing novel vaccine formulations and delivery technologies based on its proprietary silk platform.Job Description
Vaxess Technologies is a venture-backed company developing next-generation vaccines and therapies based on its
MIMIXTM platform. MIMIX is a microarray patch that enables intradermal delivery of vaccines and therapeutics to
enhance efficacy and simplify administration. We are committed to enabling products that are not only more
effective but also more accessible to patients around the world.
Research & Development at Vaxess is cross-disciplinary, integrating biology, chemistry, immunology, materials
science, and engineering to address important unmet medical needs in vaccines and therapeutics. We are seeking
a talented, collaborative, and highly motivated individual with expertise in analytical methods for large molecules
to join our core team of scientists and engineers. The Research Associate/Associate Scientist will execute Quality
Control testing, and associated operations as well as develop analytical assays to support the current and future
Vaxess products. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an emerging early-phase clinical company bringing
innovative technology to the global market.
Key Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Perform routine and non-routine analyses of drug substances, intermediates, and drug products using
techniques such as HPLC, SEC, DLS, ELISA, Viscometer, and UV-Vis spectroscopy
• Analyze and interpret analytical data to ensure accuracy and compliance with specifications
• Prepare detailed reports and summaries of findings for management
• Execute experiments for developing analytical test methods for use in process development support and
ultimately cGMP testing within timelines
• Assist the R&D team with routine analytical testing
• Develop, qualify, validate, and characterize purity/potency methods for intermediates and drug products,
including immuno-based potency assays
• Contribute scientific know-how in the design, development, and execution of Biophysical and biochemical
characterization of proteins, peptides, mRNA, & LNPs
• Maintain an accurate and high standard for laboratory records and electronic lab notebook entries,
ensuring up-to-date data records
• Effectively collaborate cross-functionally to facilitate the success of projects and meet organizational goals
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, cross-functional environment with
superior oral and written communication skills
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of related experience or master’s degree with at least 2 years of related
experience
• Proficiency in analytical techniques such as HPLC, SEC, DLS, ELISA, Viscometer, Surface Tension/Contact
Angle & UV-Vis
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience working in a QC/GMP laboratory is a plus
• Experience working in mRNA/LNP is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Committed to working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team
Vaxess is building a team of exceptional people to rapidly advance product development. We work closely as a
team and thrive in a dynamic, exciting, and engaging work environment. If you’re interested in joining the Vaxess
team, please submit your CV/resume to careers@vaxess.com.