Scientist II – Biologics CMC Developability

About the Company

Stark Pharma Solutions Inc. is a global consulting and staffing partner established in 2014, serving the Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, Biotech, and IT industries across the USA, Canada, and India. We provide specialized consulting and staffing solutions across Quality & Validation, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Project Management, and IT.

Position: Scientist II Biologics CMC Developability

Location:Lake County, IL

Duration: Long Term

Job Overview

We are seeking a Scientist II with experience in biologics characterization, protein stability, and formulation development. The candidate will support early-stage developability assessments to evaluate the stability, quality, and manufacturability of therapeutic biologics.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform candidate screening and characterization studies, including protein stability, viscosity, and thermal stability assessments.
• Evaluate chemical and physical stability under different pH, temperature, light, and solution conditions.
• Assess the impact of manufacturing-related stresses, including freeze-thaw, mixing, filtration, filling, and lyophilization.
• Perform laboratory testing using analytical and biophysical characterization techniques.
• Analyze experimental data and communicate findings through technical reports and presentations.
• Collaborate with Discovery, Analytical, and Process R&D teams.
• Support scientific research and continuous improvement of experimental methods.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years or Master's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, or a related field.
• Experience in biologics formulation, protein stability, or developability assessment.
• Hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC/UPLC, SEC, capillary electrophoresis, and icIEF.
• Experience with biophysical characterization techniques such as DLS, DSF, DSC, UV-Vis, and particle analysis.
• Understanding of monoclonal antibodies, bispecific antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), fusion proteins, and other biologics.
• Knowledge of protein degradation, chemical stability, and physical stability assessment.
• Strong laboratory, analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent scientific communication, technical writing, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

How to Apply

Apply Now: Submit your updated resume to Stark Pharma Solutions Inc. for consideration.

Stark Pharma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.