Research Associate, Process Analytics
Company: BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
Location: Novato
Posted on: October 31, 2025
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Job Description:
Who We Are BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that
relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries
into new medicines that advance the future of human health. Since
our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in
understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create
transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.
Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology,
we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical
need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right
technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems –
and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold,
innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug
discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial,
clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood
biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a
substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options. About
Technical Operations BioMarin’s Technical Operations group is
responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials and
for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market.
These engineers, technicians, scientists and support staff build
and maintain BioMarin’s cutting-edge manufacturing processes and
sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we
meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and
services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide
movement of our drugs to patients. SUMMARY The Analytical Sciences
department at BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. is seeking a skilled
Analytical Biochemist and/or Biologist at the Research Associate
level to join a team focused on supporting gene therapy & enzyme
replacement therapy. The successful candidate will be a
self-motivated, independent and critical thinker who has experience
of working in a multi-disciplinary and fast-paced environment, and
solid communication skills. The candidate will execute a wide
variety of analytical methods and assays for the characterization
of therapeutic candidates in development with a particular focus on
testing to support clinical and commercial process development
teams. RESPONSIBILITIES Primary responsibility: Execute product
testing to support Drug Substance and Drug Product process
development teams Perform non-routine testing of in-process
samples, and final product samples of key projects for the TDS
processing team Conduct analytical tests using techniques such as
HPLC, UPLC, CE, FTIR, and plate-based methods Document all test
results accurately and in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices
(GLP) and company SOPs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams
including Drug Substance Technologies, Drug Product Device
Technologies, Manufacturing, and Quality. Provide concise and
quantitative analysis of data and interpretation of experimental
results. Provide effective oral presentations at departmental
meetings Report progress to the manager on a weekly basis on each
program Write up experimental plans and results and share with
collaborators and supervisor; present data proactively and
regularly in group meetings. Catalogue data/reports electronically
in an accessible manner for inspections EXPERIENCE Required Skills:
Strong understanding of GMP, GLP, and regulatory standards Familiar
with protein chemistry/function and bioassays Experienced in cell
culture techniques and protein expression/activity readout methods
Excellent communication, collaboration and writing skills Proven
data analysis, interpretation and scientific communication skills
Proven flexibility and execution skills to deliver in a fast-paced,
multi-tasking environment Desired Skills: Experience in method
troubleshooting, qualification, and transfer Knowledge of
biopharmaceutical development is a plus EDUCATION Research
Associate 1: Bachelors degree in biological sciences and1-2 years
of relevant experience. EQUIPMENT Operation of standard laboratory
equipment for biochemistry and for cellular assays CONTACTS Will
report to the Sr. Manager Analytical Services. SUPERVISOR
RESPONSIBILITY No immediate supervisory role. We are an equal
opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national
origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law. Note: This description is not
intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the
position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job
that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.
Keywords: BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc., Novato , Research Associate, Process Analytics, Science, Research & Development , Novato, California
