Engineer, MSAT - Encoded Therapeutics

Encoded Therapeutics Inc. is a biotechnology company advancing precision medicines for a broad range of genetic disorders. Our mission is to unlock new opportunities for viral gene therapy through genomics-driven discovery. We focus on delivering life-changing advances for individuals with genetic disorders not addressable with current approaches. For more information, please visit www.Encoded.com.

We are recruiting an Engineer to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of genomics and therapeutics and participate in the development of a diverse therapeutic pipeline driven by a transformative core technology. The successful candidate will work well across multiple projects in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and analyze small-scale studies supporting the development of ETX101 and ETX201
• Serve as an engineer responsible for pre-clinical and clinical manufacturing for AAV projects and plasmid manufacturing; including upstream, downstream, fill finish, and drug device
• Facilitate Encoded’s technology transfer of the ETX101 and ETX201 manufacturing processes to non-GMP/GMP internal and external sites of manufacturing
• Provide person-in-plant support of GMP (clinical and commercial) manufacturing as required at internal and external sites of manufacturing
• Work with cross-functional teams to develop tools/templates to support tech transfer business processes

Requirements

• B.S or M.S. in a relevant area of specialization (biochemical engineering, chemical engineering, biological sciences, chemistry, or biochemistry)
• At least 5 years of industry experience and 3 years in an MSAT/Process Development role strongly preferred
• Extensive working knowledge of modern laboratory procedures and knowledge of cGMP is a must
• Ability to independently design, execute, and analyze small-scale purification studies (column chromatography, tangential flow filtration) is a must
• Must be a team player and exhibit a willingness to meet project timelines
• Strong verbal and written skills are required as well as effective interpersonal, technical, and troubleshooting skills
• Outstanding planning, organization, and multitasking skills
• Experience with fill-finish operations is strongly preferred

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including competitive employer premium contributions
• Meaningful stock option grants
• PTO, sick time, and holiday pay
• Generous Parental Leave program
• Pre-tax medical and dependent care programs
• STD, LTD, Life and AD&D
• Professional development opportunities
• Team-building events
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Fitness center

Employees (and their families) may obtain medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance benefits through the company and enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees will also accrue vacation time off and paid sick time off and may become eligible for paid parental leave. Employees will also enjoy designated paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

Encoded is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Encoded is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Encoded are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion or belief, color, national origin, gender, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the location in which we operate. Encoded will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Encoded encourages applicants of all ages.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at +1 650-491-0272.

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