This person uses their knowledge and experience in analytical development of complex therapeutic products to develop methods to evaluate the identity, quantity, purity, and/or potency of AAV products. They serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for one or more analytical technologies for AAV products.

How You Contribute

• May manage up to 3 direct reports
• Ensures staff complete tasks within agreed upon timeframes and with high scientific standards
• Assists staff with troubleshooting and experimental planning
• Conducts regular performance review and career development discussions with direct reports
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for one or more analytical technologies
• Independently design, execute, and interpret studies for development of analytical methods for AAV products
• Collaborate with other scientists to identify areas of improvement
• Review and approve ELN entries for other group members
• Execute test methods in support of process development and development vector characterization
• Support Quality Control with qualification of analytical test methods and identify needs for release testing
• Evaluate emerging technologies for characterization of AAV and process intermediates and implement as needed
• Author documents in support of analytical development activities
• Collaborate with other scientists and routinely present data

What You Bring to the Team

Education & Experience

• BS or equivalent with 8 years relevant experience OR
• MS degree or equivalent with 4 years relevant experience OR
• PhD or equivalent with 2 years relevant experience

Competencies

• Experience developing analytical methods to support process development and for transfer to QC. Experience with HPLC, CE, ddPCR, ELISA and/or potency method development required.
• Prior experience with direct line management a plus.
• Understanding of current analytical methods deployed for AAV or protein stability and characterization
• Experience in working in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Highly self-motivated and flexible individual who operates well in a start-up environment

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Work is normally performed: in laboratory environment
• Lifting requirements: Under 20 lbs
• Travel requirements: None

About Kriya

Kriya is a biopharmaceutical company whose mission is to develop life-changing gene therapies for diseases affecting millions of patients around the world.

We leverage our proprietary computational engine, in-house manufacturing infrastructure, and integrated design platform to engineer technologies and therapeutics with the potential to transform the treatment of a broad universe of diseases of high unmet need, with a focus on metabolic disorders, neurology, and ophthalmology.

What We Offer

Medical, Dental and Vision with 100% employee premium coverage Retirement matching Short and long-term disability benefits 12 company paid holidays Generous Time Off Cyber Safety protection EAP Company paid life insurance Equity and more!

Kriya is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All job requirements in the job description provided indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Job descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested.