Scientist, Downstream, Process Development and Manufacturing (PD/MFG) (Biologics)

Oruka Therapeutics is seeking a Scientist, Downstream, Process Development and Manufacturing (PD/MFG) (Biologics) to lead downstream pre-clinical to early stage enabling process development, optimization, scale-up and transfer of manufacturing activities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for early-stage process development, tox batch production, optimization, scale up to GMP and late stage pivotal development. In this role, the candidate will work in a fast-paced environment, draft high quality reports, and participate in writing regulatory submissions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biochemistry, Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant industry experience in the development, scale-up, and technology transfer of downstream processes for biologics.
• Significant laboratory experience with early-stage development. Direct hands-on experience with monoclonal antibodies is a plus.
• Expertise in purification process optimization with an emphasis on scale-up, process robustness, and facility fit.
• Direct experience in design-of-experiments (DoE) and robust data analysis via industry standard statistical tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive and inclusive team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development