Associate Scientist

GenScript Biotech Corporation (Stock Code: 1548.HK) is a global biotechnology group. Founded in 2002, GenScript has an established global presence across North America, Europe, the Greater China, and Asia Pacific. GenScript's businesses encompass four major categories based on its leading gene synthesis technology, including operation as a Life Science CRO, enzyme and synthetic biology products, biologics development and manufacturing, and cell therapy.

GenScript is committed to striving towards its vision of being the most reliable biotech company in the world to make humans and nature healthier through biotechnology.

ProBio proactively provides end-to-end CDMO service from drug discovery to commercialization with proactive strategies, professional solutions and efficient processes in cell and gene therapy (CGT), vaccine, biologics discovery and antibody protein drug to accelerate drug development for customers. ProBio’s total cell and gene therapy solution covers CMC of plasmid and virus for IND filing as well as clinical manufacturing and commercial manufacturing. In terms of plasmid service, ProBio supports the most clinical approvals for CGT drugs including mRNA vaccines, CAR-T in China. It is also the first GMP manufacturing platform to provide in vitro transcription (IVT) template linearized plasmids for mRNA vaccines and has supported several mRNA vaccine global enterprises to obtain clinical approvals. In terms of viral vector service, ProBio has a stable and high-yield viral vector platform.

Job Summary

We are seeking an Associate Scientist to support both technical and client-facing activities. This role combines process science expertise in biologics production with customer collaboration, requiring this candidate to work closely with Senior Scientists (SS) to interpret client requirements, compile order information, and prepare accurate, timely quotations. The candidate will act as a critical link between clients, the SS team, and downstream stakeholders to ensure alignment on project scope, timelines, and deliverables.

Job Responsibilities:

• R&D Project Support: Assist in the completion of R&D projects, including conducting experiments, data analysis, and report writing and record keeping.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Support the SS team in tech transfer, process development and troubleshooting activities. Author/review technical documents (batch records, SOPs, risk assessments). Collaborate with Production, QC and OE teams to resolve deviations and optimize workflows. Analyze process data to identify trends and recommend improvements for yield, quality, or efficiency.
• Customer Support and Order Management: Partner with the SS team to interpret customer requirements and translate them into actionable project plans. Prepare detailed technical proposals for client projects, including estimates for materials, labor, production and analytical testing, and delivery timelines aligned with facility capacity and client urgency. Maintain a tracker and provide clients/Senior Scientists with order updates within agreed timeframes. Assist in addressing client inquiries related to technical issues and escalate complex issues to the SS team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science, Pharmaceuticals, Medicine, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrable familiarity with upstream processes (including CHO cell cultures), downstream protein purification, and proficiency in process analytics including SDS-PAGE, HPLC and antibody characterization.
• Strong data analysis skills, proficient in using relevant software for data processing and report compilation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, able to collaborate effectively with customers and internal teams.
• 2+ years in antibody production, research, process development or technical services.

GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug-free workplace.