Process Development Associate

Job Title: Process Development Associate

Support multiple viral clearance projects by performing scale-down models for viral inactivation, chromatography, and membrane filtration unit operations. Collaborate with cross-functional groups to coordinate studies and document results. Travel to external laboratories to execute viral clearance studies in accordance with GLP standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform scale-down models for viral inactivation, chromatography, and membrane filtration unit operations.
• Travel 20-25% to external laboratories to execute viral clearance studies in accordance with GLP.
• Collaborate with cross-functional groups to coordinate studies and document results in electronic laboratory notebooks or technical reports.
• Present work at team or group meetings.
• Review protocols, reports, risk assessments, and other technical documents.
• Maintain and troubleshoot equipment and resolve instrumental/experimental problems.
• Support the development of state-of-the-art technologies influencing viral clearance or protein purification.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts within the functional team.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Virology, or related fields.
• 1 to 5 years of experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
• Working knowledge of protein purification principles.
• Skills in laboratory techniques including pipetting, solution preparation, pH titration, and aseptic technique.
• Experience with statistical analysis, chromatography, membrane filtration, AKTA systems, JMP, Unicorn software, cGMP, cGLP, cGDP, process validation, and regulatory requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Coding experience using RStudio, Python, Matlab, or similar platforms.
• Capability for occasional travel for work.

Work Environment

Work in a small group within a larger team of around 50 in a fast-paced pilot scale laboratory setting. The role requires being onsite 5 days per week, with quarterly travel to the Rensselaer, NY site. You will be part of the Purification Development group within Pre-Clinical Manufacturing and Process Development, focusing on viral clearance studies to ensure virus safety of biotechnology products from Phase I clinical trials through commercial licensure. The environment values sound science and teamwork while allowing for ownership of independent projects. Benefits include access to a gym and cafeteria onsite, opportunities for growth, and comprehensive employee packages

This is a Contract position based out of Tarrytown, NY.

The pay range for this position is $42.00 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Tarrytown,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 16, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $42 - $48