MS&T Scientist

Piper Companies is seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled MS&T Scientist to support the development, scale-up, and technology transfer of biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes for a well-established biopharmaceutical organization out of Frederick, MD.

Responsibilities of the MS&T Scientist:

• Provide technical support for upstream and/or downstream manufacturing operations
• Analyze process data to identify trends, deviations, and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead investigations into process deviations and implement CAPAs
• Support or lead technology transfer activities from development to clinical or commercial manufacturing sites.
• Participate in process scale-up studies and validation campaigns.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of process performance qualification (PPQ) and continued process verification (CPV)
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and regulatory use

Qualifications of the MS&T Scientist:

• 4+ years of experience working in upstream or downstream manufacturing operations
• Experience working in a GMP (Good Manufacturing Environment)
• MS&T experience highly desired for this role
• Strong understanding of biologics manufacturing processes including mammalian cell culture, purification, formulation scale up processes
• Experience with monoclonal antibodies and cell/gene therapies preferred
• Tech transfer across manufacturing sites would be ideal experience for candidate
• Bachelor's degree in life science related field

Compensation of the MS&T Scientist:

• Salary: Between $80,000 - $115,000 based on years of relevant experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO (Paid Time Off), Paid Holidays, Sick Leave as required by law

This job opens for applications on 5/22/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date

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