Principal Scientist, Bioreactor Process Design

Job Title: Principal Scientist, Bioreactor Process Design

Location: Redmond, WA        

About Us:

At Just-Evotec, we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a forward-thinking team, we thrive on challenging the status quo, learning from each other, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We're on a mission to create a place where curiosity isn't just encouraged, it’s celebrated.

Are you someone who asks questions, seeks answers, and isn't afraid to go deeper? #BeCureious with us and see where your curiosity can take you!

The Role:

We’re looking for a passionate and curious, Principal Scientist of Bioreactor Process Design to join our team. If you’re excited by new challenges, solving complex problems, and learning every step of the way, you might just be the perfect fit. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive impactful projects, collaborate with bright minds, and explore uncharted territories.

As a Principal Scientist at Just-Evotec, you'll have the freedom to ask the hard questions, think outside the box, and find creative solutions that push us forward. It’s a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead a diverse group of scientists responsible for development and tech transfer of early and late-stage (characterization and validation) upstream perfusion/intensified fed-batch processes for biotherapeutics manufacturing as well as technology development projects.  

• Serve as a Project Team Lead to execute client projects that involve multiple functional areas and the full range of regulatory stages. 

• Serve as an internal technical resource for cGMP manufacturing and Process Design as well as for external clients and partners for cell culture and bioreactor processes (small scale models, process transfer, and scale up) and author CMC regulatory sections. 

• Collaborate across the organization to accelerate clinical development timelines while reducing development costs. 

• Clearly and effectively communicate scientific information, experimental plans, and data to internal project teams, senior management, external clients, vendors, and technology development collaborators as well as the external scientific community such as regulatory agencies, review boards, and conferences. 

• Independently design, execute, and analyze statistically designed experiments (DOE). 

• Author SOPs, reports, and slides which summarize, organize, and interpret experiment results with review by appropriate team members.  

• Train, mentor, and supervise staff and interns. 

• Potential for weekend work (5-day work week/ 2 days off) and being on-call for critical bioreactor runs. 

Who You Are:

• BS/MS in Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or related field with 12+ years of experience or Ph.D. in Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or related field with 8+ years of experience. 

• Expertise in bioreactor cell culture and perfusion technology development and tech as well ass CMC sections authoring for regulatory filings. 

• Experience with commercial process development, process characterization, and validation. 

• Expertise in design of experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis. 

• Experience with high throughput cell culture (e.g. HT assays, robotics such as Ambr systems, lab automation, or multi-omic data) is a plus. 

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience analyzing data in tools such as JMP, R, or Python. 

• General understanding of cell biology, fluid dynamics, and biotransport as well as knowledge in other functional areas (downstream purification and analytical sciences). 

• General understanding of circuits (grounding, power, signal, etc.). 

• Experience working in a cGMP or clean room setting (this job is non-GMP but knowledge of GMP is helpful for process/tech transfer activities). 

Why Join Us:

• Growth Opportunities: We’re a company that believes in continuous learning and development. Whether it’s professional courses, mentorship, or new projects, we’ll help you grow.

• Flexible Work Environment: We offer flexible work options to help you balance your professional and personal life, whether that means working remotely or choosing a hybrid model.

• Inclusive Culture: We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone’s voice is valued, and curiosity is encouraged.

• Innovative Projects: You’ll have the chance to work on groundbreaking initiatives and cutting-edge technology in an atmosphere where your curiosity is the key to success.

• A Place for Big Ideas: We don’t just talk about thinking outside the box—we throw the box away. If you’ve got ideas, we want to hear them.

Are You Still Curious?

If you’ve read this far, then chances are you’ve got a curious mind, just like us. So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap and apply today. We can’t wait to see where your curiosity leads you and how it will shape the future of Just-Evotec.

Let your curiosity guide your career. #BeCurious and explore the endless possibilities at Evotec!

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $140,000 to $170,000; Base salary offered may vary depending on individual’s skills, experience and competitive market value.

 Additional total rewards include discretionary annual bonus, comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision and 401k company match, flexible paid time off and paid holiday, wellness and transportation benefits.