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Associate Scientist

KBI Biopharma
Durham, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/29/2026
At KBI Biopharma, we are advancing science and accelerating breakthroughs. As a global leader in biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing, we empower life science companies to bring new medicines and vaccines to the world faster. Explore your potential at KBI, where innovation meets impact.

Position Summary:

Join a highly technical analytical team in a dynamic work environment where you will participate in contracted client analytical programs as a member of the Analytical, Formulation and Stability (AFS) Department. This role will perform biophysical and biochemical testing as a part of reference material characterization, per-formulation studies, formulation studies, and clinical in use studies.

Responsibilities:

  • Regularly exercises technical discretion in the execution and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project goals. Techniques to applied may include HPLC, SDS-CGE, IEF, Fluorescence, biophysical characterization techniques on proteins, and/or other techniques to monitor physical and chemical stability of proteins.
  • Makes detailed observations and carries out elementary data analysis.
  • Understands experiments and conducts troubleshooting analysis.
  • Maintains and updates knowledge of instrumentation.
  • Notebook upkeep and writing skills.
  • Maintains familiarity with current scientific literature; maintains professional expertise through familiarity with scientific literature.
  • Assures proper labeling, handling, and storage of all chemicals used in the area; assures proper labeling and disposition of hazardous waste in satellite areas; adheres to all safety requirements and follows safe procedures, and attends all required safety and health training, including handling hazardous waste.
  • Reacts to change productively and handles other essential tasks as assigned.


Requirements:

  • The Associate Scientist level requires a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry or related area (or equivalent training) with 5 years’ experience or Master’s degree and 3 years’ experience
  • Experience in plate-based analytical techniques are preferred
  • Good oral presentation and technical writing skills
  • Able to record (accurately, clearly, and consistently) information, facts, and measurements that are required by cGMP, GLP, GCP, and/or by co-workers to understand situations and to perform their assignments
  • Understanding of biotherapeutic regulatory requirements and expectations
  • Strong communication skills


Salary Range:

$76,000-$95,000

Salary range provided per current averages and expectations. The salary and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and may be outside this range. KBI has a robust total rewards strategy which includes an annual bonus structure for all employees, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid PTO and holidays, Sabbatical program, 401K matching with 100% vesting in 60 days and employee recognition programs.

About KBI:

KBI Biopharma, Inc., a JSR Life Sciences company, is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) providing fully integrated and accelerated drug development and biologics manufacturing services to life science companies. KBI supports its 500 customers in advancing more than 160 drug candidates from preclinical and clinical stages to market, including the manufacture of ten commercial products. Recognized for quality manufacturing, KBI delivers robust process development and cGMP manufacturing services across its six global locations in the USA and Europe. For more information, visit www.kbibiopharma.com.

KBI is a proud EEO/AA employer dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that innovation thrives in an environment where all voices are heard and valued. That's why we actively seek individuals from all backgrounds – regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status – and strongly encourage all qualified candidates to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our team.

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

I attest with my signature below that I have given to KBI Biopharma, Inc. true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize KBI Biopharma, Inc. to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.

Salary : $76,000 - $95,000

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