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Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI )

Downstream Scientist

On site

Foster city, United states

$ 41 /hour

Junior

Freelance

18-02-2026

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Skills

Communication Problem Solving Technical Writing Programming

Job Specifications

About the Role

Join our Biologics Pilot Lab and contribute directly to the development, scaleup, and pilot-scale production of early and late-stage biologic programs. In this role, you will execute downstream purification operations, support upstream activities as needed, and help advance programs that are central to Client biologics pipeline. This position is ideal for candidates who are hands-on in the lab, collaborative, and excited to work on fast moving development efforts.

Key Responsibilities Technical & Operational

Plan and execute downstream purification and scale-up activities including filtration, chromatography, and buffer preparation.
Support upstream operations as needed to ensure seamless end-to-end process execution.
Monitor, analyze, and interpret process and performance data; prepare clear summaries of findings as appropriate.
Maintain laboratory readiness, including equipment maintenance, analytical instrument upkeep, consumable inventory management, and general lab support.

Communication & Collaboration

Present data, results, and conclusions in group meetings and cross functional discussions.
Communicate technical information clearly and effectively to colleagues at varying levels.
Work with a team-oriented, collaborative, and solutions-focused mindset.
Maintain a strong safety focus in all laboratories and pilot operations.---

Required Qualifications

Hands-on experience with downstream purification operations, including centrifugation, chromatography, TFF, and depth filtration.
Proficiency with AKTA systems and UNICORN programming.
Practical experience in chromatography column operations, including resin packing and unpacking at various scales (e.g. 4.4 to 30 cm internal diameter columns).
Strong verbal communication, technical writing, and documentation skills.
Ability to work effectively in cross functional teams and in a dynamic environment.
Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable with scientific problem solving.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in pilot plant operations for biologics in a single-use facility.
Familiarity with Process Development and/or current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), technology transfer, plant operations, and bioprocess scaleup principles.

Education

AA/AS degree with 2+ years of relevant industry experience (purification techniques), or

BS/BE in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or related discipline with 1+ year of relevant experience.

About the Company

Integrated Resources Inc. (IRI) is a professional staffing firm specializing in contract, consulting & full time positions in the area of Information Technology, Life Science and Allied Healthcare. Since its inception in 1996, IRI has continued to grow in size, opportunities, service and quality. Our expert team of highly trained counselors work hand in hand with every candidate and client forming a partnership of understanding and commitment. Know more