This is Us:
You know us. You just didn’t know it. WACKER is a global chemical manufacturer that prides itself on “Creating Tomorrow’s Solutions”. WACKER materials are so versatile and adaptable, they have virtually unlimited applications just about anywhere imaginable, making WACKER an integral part of daily life. Whether it’s protecting buildings from the elements, a tube of toothpaste, a cell phone, airbags, or cosmetics, people from all over the world come into contact each day with our products and achievements. We are looking for capable, innovative, and enthusiastic achievers to join our team and grow with us. We are currently seeking Scientist II for our BioProcess Development department at our site in San Diego, CA.
What you will do:
Scientist II, BioProcess Development is responsible for executing, analyzing, and documenting laboratory and pilot-scale process development studies supporting plasmid DNA, RNA, and protein biologics manufacturing processes. Scientist II independently performs routine and non-routine experimental work, evaluates data, troubleshoots technical issues, and contributes to process optimization and technology transfer activities.
Working with limited supervision, Scientist II applies established scientific principles and process development methodologies to deliver project objectives while collaborating with Senior Scientists, MSAT, Manufacturing, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Engineering, and external clients as required. The position supports process development, characterization, scale-up, technical transfers, strategic projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
This role represents a developing technical contributor within the BioProcess Development organization and serves as a key bridge between laboratory development activities and GMP manufacturing operations. Scientist II manages assigned studies and workstreams but relies on management and Senior Scientist guidance for project direction, prioritization, and complex technical decisions.
What we need from you:
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).
Wacker is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively promote the equality of opportunity for all who are qualified and bring the requisite experience, talent, skill and potential, without regard to age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristics. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.
