Location: Woburn, MA
Vaxess Technologies is a venture-backed company developing next-generation vaccines and therapies based on its MIMIXTM platform. MIMIX is a microarray patch that enables intradermal delivery of vaccines and therapeutics to enhance efficacy and simplify administration. We are committed to enabling products that are not only more effective but also more accessible to patients around the world.
Working at Vaxess is cross-disciplinary, integrating chemistry, biology, immunology, mechanical, biomedical, and chemical engineering to address important unmet medical needs. We are seeking a talented, collaborative, and highly motivated individual to join our team and help make the MIMIX patch a reality. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an emerging startup bringing innovative technology to the global vaccine and therapeutic market.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and execute process development and optimization studies for microarray formulations
- Work as part of the process development team to optimize excipients and formulations to support project objectives
- Prepare complex solutions following established protocols
- Identify and establish new assays, test methods, and technologies to support continuous process improvement of the platform technology
- Develop an understanding of the inter-relationship of critical microarray formulation parameters and manufacturing processes
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional team members of Manufacturing, Quality and Research functions to support product development and manufacturing activities.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional team members of Manufacturing, Quality and Research functions to support product development, manufacturing, and tech transfer between R&D and product development activities.
- Collaborate with manufacturing team to scale up processes from R&D to pilot production
- Regularly communicate project progress and results to key stakeholders
- Maintain detailed experimental records. Document data in reports and write detailed protocols
Qualifications
- BS or MS in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline, with 1-3 years of direct experience in process development. Title will be adjusted commensurate with qualifications.
- Familiarity with characterization techniques (tensiometry, rheometry, pH, DLS, FTIR, SPR), chromatography techniques (HPLC, SEC), ELISAs, cell based assays etc.
- Demonstrated ability to design, execute studies, and analyze experimental results
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent time and project management skills. Proven ability to meet goals and deadlines.
- Experience working in GxP is a plus
- Experience working with proteins, peptides and/or lipidated peptides is a plus
- Demonstrated ability to learn new skills and fields, creatively solve challenging technical problems, think independently, and work collaboratively in diverse multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong attention to detail. Ability to identify root causes of problems and recommend corrective actions
- Entrepreneurial spirit, desire to learn, and drive to positively impact global human health.
Vaxess is building a team of exceptional people to rapidly advance product development. We work closely as a team and thrive in a dynamic, exciting, and engaging work environment. If you’re interested in joining the Vaxess team, please submit your CV/resume to careers@vaxess.com.
