Eliminating Barriers to Global Vaccination VitriVax, Inc. is a formulation technology company engineering innovative solutions to maximize global accessibility and utility of human and animal vaccines – vaccines that save lives and protect our world from preventable disease.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Executes various particle characterization assays 
• Remains up to date on particle characterization techniques and coordinates testing by third parties as needed. 
• Maintains and calibrates analytical instruments. 
• Independently executes and authors reports summarizing material properties of ALTA® particles, intermediates and processes. 
• Executes methods and trains staff in methods for routine use and supports investigations when material or methods deviate from expectations. 
• Works effectively and enthusiastically in cross-functional teams to complete partner projects under aggressive timelines 
• Supports investigations of ALTA® manufacturing processes.  
• Ensures that methods and equipment are fit-for-purpose.  
• Adheres to Company policies and safety guidelines.   

Education and Experience:

• Must be able to perform the responsibilities and duties listed above 
• A Bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related field 
• Technical skills and experience designing, qualifying, validating, transferring, and troubleshooting analytical methods.  
• Experience with a variety of general particle analytical techniques (i.e. Karl Fisher, surface area analysis, SEM, density, ICP-MS, AAS, powder flowability and friability, etc.). 
• Background working with lyophilized or spray dried pharmaceutical products, particularly with proteins, lipids, and/or mRNA lyophilization preferred 
• Understanding of ICH Q8, Q9, and Q10 and Quality by Design preferred. 
• Proficient in the use of statistical analysis methods and standard office tools like Excel and Word. 

Core Skills and Competencies

All VitriVax employees are expected to share the following values.

Integrity

We are team players who say what we do and do what we say. We respect our obligations and are transparent in our communication. We present all data factually. When presented with ambiguous situations, we strive to do the right thing

Innovation

We create value by developing superior products and processes. We have a curious mindset, apply an analytical approach and take calculated risks. We take on difficult problems and break barriers.

Passion

We are passionate about making vaccines accessible to everyone. We share our enthusiasm with purpose.  We are never satisfied with the status quo and want to make a difference.

Quality

We seek quality information, decisions and people. We put safety first and approach every opportunity with a “Right-the-First-Time” mindset that is focused on the end goal. We are committed to continuous improvement and elimination of waste.

Salary and Benefits

The position may be filled at Research Associate I or II

The salary-band range for this role is $60,000 - $80,000 DOE. 

The level will be determined by the applicant’s experience and alignment with current and future responsibilities.

All full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits.

·        Stock Options

·        401(k) with generous Company match

·        Flexible work schedule

·        Health, Dental and Vision insurance

·        Short Term Disability insurance and Voluntary AD&D Insurance

·        Other employee benefits

 

VitriVax, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, national origin, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law.

VitriVax, Inc., requires all staff to be vaccinated against communicable diseases as recommended by the CDC prior to employment.