Position Summary: KBI Biopharma is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Analytical Scientist to join our Analytical and Formulation Sciences (AFS) team in Durham, NC. This role is ideal for a PhD-level scientist with deep expertise in protein analytics, ideally with a background in formulation development. You will serve as a subject matter expert (SME), driving innovation and excellence in analytical testing to support integrated client programs from early development through commercialization. This position collaborates cross-functionally with process development, data review, and quality analytical teams. Position Responsibilities: Design and strategically execute analytical experiments in support of biotherapeutics such as formulation and clinical in-use studies Demonstrate expertise in HPLC/UPLC, Capillary Electrophoresis and other common analytical techniques. Design and implement analytical strategies to support product development and regulatory submissions. Generate high-quality documentation suitable for publication and regulatory review. Act as SME on client programs, providing technical guidance and representing KBI in client interactions. Mentor and train junior scientists and associates. Perform peer reviews of data and reports related to method development, qualification, and validation. Manage timelines and resources to meet project milestones. Advise leadership on program status and technical challenges. Minimum Requirements: B.S. degree and 7 years of related experience; M.S. degree and 5 years of related experience; Ph.D. in Biophysics, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemical Engineering. Able to react to change and handle other essential tasks as assigned. Adhere to all safety requirements and ensure that departmental employees comply with required safety procedures. Strong understanding of protein structure, aggregation, and higher-order structure analysis. Excellent communication skills and ability to present complex data to diverse audiences. Proficiency in scientific software and data analysis tools. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Working knowledge of CGMP practices. Salary: $84,000-$115,000 KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply. I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary. I attest with my signature below that I have given to KBI Biopharma, Inc. true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize KBI Biopharma, Inc. to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal. At KBI, we are constantly seeking to improve our team with accomplished individuals who share in our commitment to serve our clients as they seek to advance important medicines to the patients who need them. We offer our employees a challenging, rewarding and fast-paced environment along with the opportunity for career advancement through the development of ones technical skills. At KBI, employees work in a collaborative, team environment, where sharing knowledge and expertise with one another is strongly encouraged. If you do not see a position that matches your background, we invite you to return to our site often as positions are updated frequently. Please Note: To 3rd Party Search Firms/Employment Agencies: All inquiries must be directed to staffinginquiry@kbibiopharma.com. Please do not call or email any KBI Biopharma employee about current or future job openings. All resumes submitted by search firms or employment agencies to any employee at KBI Biopharma via-email, telephone, social media or other means will be deemed to be the sole property of KBI Biopharma, unless the firm submitting the resume has previously entered into a written agreement with KBI Biopharma regarding recruitment services and has been approved by Human Resources to work on an open position. KBI Biopharma will not pay any fee or remuneration with respect to candidates without complying with this requirement.
