Who We Are

BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.

Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.

Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.

About Worldwide Research and Development

From research and discovery to post-market clinical development, our R&D engine involves all bench and clinical research and the associated groups that support those endeavors. Our teams work on developing first-in-class and best-in-class therapeutics that provide meaningful advances to patients who live with rare diseases.

Title: Research Associate

Deport to: Upstream Sr. Scientist

Summary Description

Overall Purpose of the Role Perform and document scientific experiments in collaboration with cross‑functional stakeholders as part of the BCoE or site strategy, and/or in support of BioMarin’s commercial and clinical product portfolio.

Responsibilities

Laboratory / Project Work

Execute defined procedures under close supervision to support BCoE studies and investigation activities involving lab‑scale upstream processes in a multi‑product lab.
Learn core scientific techniques quickly and demonstrate understanding of key scientific principles and protocols (batch, fed‑batch, perfusion processes).
Identify routine experimental issues and resolve them by following SOPs and BPDs.
Produce accurate, reproducible data and maintain laboratory quality through adherence to safety and SOPs.
Perform daily mammalian cell culture expansion and bioreactor monitoring, including sampling and in‑process analysis using standard bioprocess analytical equipment.
Understanding of microbial cell expansion and fermentation processes is desirable.
Understanding of downstream purification processes is desirable.

General

Execute and complete projects with supervision.
Generate, review, and share raw data with peers and project leads.
Maintain up‑to‑date documentation of laboratory work, including storage and archiving in accordance with GLP.
Support maintenance of lab instructions, BPDs, SOPs, and templates.
Support maintenance and calibration of lab equipment with required documentation.
Contribute to evaluation of new equipment.
Demonstrate strong teamwork and communication skills.
Actively contribute to maintaining and improving workplace and laboratory safety.
Comply with applicable GxP regulations, SOPs, HSE, and other laboratory guidelines.
May be required to work periodically outside normal business hours.

Scope

Key Performance Metrics

Adherence to project plans and deliverables
Compliance with applicable GxP and EHS requirements
Technical reports completed on time and to required quality
Effective technical communication with project leads

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Science or Engineering (or equivalent experience).

Experience

Minimum of 1 year of experience in the pharmaceutical industry or equivalent strong laboratory experience.
Working knowledge of pharmaceutical regulatory requirements appropriate to the role and understanding of cGMP manufacturing processes for biologics.

Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Research Associate

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