ABOUT ELEKTROFI 

Elektrofi is revolutionizing the delivery of biologic therapies by giving patients the ability to control how they want to receive and benefit from life-changing medicines. Our breakthrough ultra-high concentration microparticle technology platform resolves the limitations associated with intravenously biologic therapies by enabling convenient at-home subcutaneous self-administration. With a focus on monoclonal antibodies, therapeutic proteins, and other large molecule drugs, we create, develop, and commercialize subcutaneous biologic therapies in collaboration with strategic partners. We believe a patient-centered healthcare approach can lead to a healthier world. We are headquartered in Boston and innovate globally. We are Formulating the Future of BiologicsTM. 

POSITION SUMMARY

Elektrofi is seeking a motivated individual to join our biotech company as an Engineer III to support process development of the novel Elektrofi formulation platform. The individual will join a growing, multidisciplinary team of scientists/engineers and industry professionals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Planning, execution, and documentation of process development experiments, with a focus on generating and analyzing data to develop models characterizing unit operation performance.
• Apply engineering principles to optimize manufacturing processes to support pre-clinical and clinical production of novel protein microparticle suspensions.
• Conduct product characterization and process optimization initiatives.
• Identify and follow through on opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement in the drug product manufacturing process, and lead initiatives aimed at establishing process knowledge and scale-up strategies.
• Develop a set of scale up principles from bench to clinical scale taking into consideration the chemical, physical, and stability attributes of protein formulations.
• Work closely with internal functional groups (analytical, formulation, internal manufacturing) to develop and deliver robust processes and equipment design principles.
• Innovation, attention to detail, clear communication/documentation, and ability to collaborate effectively.
• Documentation and presentation of results within process development team and cross-functionally.
• Installation, testing, qualification, and troubleshooting of process equipment and analytical tools.
• Collaborate and provide mentorship to technical personnel within the Process Development Team.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. in Chemical, Biomedical, Materials, or Pharmaceutical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline with at least 3 years of relevant industry experience or a M.S. with at least 1 year of relevant industry experience.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Hands on experience with process operations such as pumping, mixing, blending, liquid handling, drying, separation, sterile filtration, and aseptic filling.
• A detail-oriented approach to experimentation.
• The ability to work independently and efficiently in a fast-paced R&D environment.
• Familiarity with design of experiments and statistical data analysis.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to thoroughly document experimental work and results.
• Some experience with technical transfer to GMP manufacturing sites preferred.

Our unique strength lies in transforming pioneering ideas into concrete, life-transforming solutions. To realize this ambitious vision, we are dedicated to nurturing an in-office work ethos. While remote work has its merits, it does not constitute a fundamental aspect of our working approach. As part of our commitment to enhancing the in-office experience, we provide all employees with a commuter assistance program, offering support of up to $315 per month. Please apply at careers@elektrofi.com.

EEOC Statement:

Elektrofi provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

To all agencies, please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Elektrofi about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Elektrofi via email, the internet, or in any form and method will be deemed the sole property of Elektrofi unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by Elektrofi for this requisition and a valid agreement with Elektrofi is in place. If a candidate submitted outside of the Elektrofi agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States