Manufacturing Scientist

Position – Manufacturing Scientist / Engineer

Location - Pearl River, NY

Contract – 6 Months with a possibility of extension

Position Summary

We are seeking an entry-level to early-career Manufacturing Scientist/Engineer to support upstream operations within antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) manufacturing in an oncology-focused pharmaceutical environment. This role combines hands-on manufacturing with process ownership, continuous improvement, and technical problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

Manufacturing Operations

• Execute upstream manufacturing processes, including:
• Fermentation, Solvent-based recovery or Multi-stage chemical synthesis.
• Operate within a multi-step drug substance production process.
• Prepare buffers and support in-house reagent production.
• Own and execute assigned processes end-to-end (not shift hand-off based).
• Perform process monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization.

Process Support

• Continuous improvement (CI) initiatives
• Process qualifications and validation
• Tech transfers and new product introductions

Documentation:

• Author technical documentation, including:
• Reports
• SOPs
• Batch records

Collaboration:

• Collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams.

Work Environment & Schedule:

• Work requires flexibility—employees stay until work is complete.
• Involves use of specialized PPE and the handling of cytotoxic materials under strict safety protocols.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in: Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or Related field.
• Strong understanding of scientific principles and laboratory/manufacturing practices.
• Ability to learn complex processes and equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing.
• Knowledge of GMP environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ideal Candidate Profile
• Entry-level or recent graduate (2-4 years' experience).
• Motivated to commit to long-term (not short-term experience seekers.
• Comfortable with a non-routine, highly technical manufacturing environment.
• Strong ownership mindset and adaptability.