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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # MSAT Engineer - **Company:** CAMRIS International, LLC - **Location:** Silver Spring, MD, United States - **Salary:** $92,704.0 - $124,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Experimental Data, R (Programming Language), SAS (Software), JMP (Statistical Software) - **Published:** June 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=e009cf6ea8b3ec02 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Technology transfer (scale-up process)?, * A master's degree in a science field (preferably chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, or engineering) and 6 years of experience in a regulated environment, or an equivalent combination of education and credentials. * Knowledge and experience in Upstream development and scale-up (microbial or cell culture, inclusive of media selection, seed train development, and development/optimization of expression in production cultures or mRNA In-Vitro Transcription development/optimization and lipid encapsulation), process optimization, scale-up, scale-down, and technology transfer. * Knowledge and experience of Downstream development and scale-up (chromatography inclusive of media and buffer selection and optimization, tangential flow filtration, and viral filtration), process optimization, scale-up, scale-down, and technology transfer. * Knowledge of analytical methods needed to support characterization and testing of associated biologics (protein, mRNA, etc.) is a plus. * Ability to utilize development and process experience over multiple process platforms. * High throughput process development (HTPD) experience (preferred). * Working knowledge of DOE, including software such as R, SAS, and JMP. * Excellent initiative, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. * Strong communication (written and verbal), organizational, and time management skills. * Ability to work well independently and as part of a team. * Must have eligibility to work in the United States and have lived in the United States for three of the past five years if a non-US citizen. ## Description * Coordinate with PMO as Technology Transfer Lead on multiple CDMO projects, conducting regular project meetings and driving project execution, scheduling, monitoring of budgets, technical decision making, and project deliverables. * Design and execute process development studies to support Upstream (culture through harvest), Downstream (harvest/clarification, purification) and/or mRNA production (inclusive of in-vitro transcription (IVT) and/or LNP encapsulation) to support GMP Manufacturing. * Develop experimental plans and batch records and execute and/or direct the team in the execution of studies. * Troubleshoot process issues and support QA technical investigations as required. * Interpret and summarize publications, donor process information, and experimental data. * Develop scale-up processes and cost-benefit analyses for Upstream and/or Downstream operations. * Train and mentor development and operations staff in Upstream and/or Downstream functions. * Develop data summaries and present to clients in team meetings. * Author, review, and execute technology transfer plans, gap assessments, process descriptions, and standard operating procedures. * Author relevant sections of regulatory filings, such as INDs and IMPDs, as needed. * Leverage quality by design (QbD) principles and technical risk assessments. * Support the review and approval of transfer and manufacturing documentation, such as batch records, standard operating procedures, protocols, and summary reports. * Make recommendations based on study results, scientific principles, and industry best practices on clone selection and process design. * Supervise, train, and mentor peers as needed and delegate/plan work within the team, as well as work hands-on with the team in the laboratory. * Support and coordinate with other MSAT technical staff (mRNA, Cell Culture, viral etc.). * Perform GMP operations and other tasks as required., Physical Demands * Constantly conduct sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. * Occasionally conduct light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds. Rarely conduct medium or heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds. * Occasionally push or pull less than 25 pounds, push or pull 25 - 45 pounds, rarely push or pull more than 45 pounds. * Rarely reach above shoulder level. * Constantly use both hands. * Occasionally stand or walk for more than 25 minutes. * Rarely bend, reach, or twist repeatedly. * Rarely kneel, squat, or stoop. * Rarely crawl or climb. * Constantly have clear vision (near and/or far), depth perception, peripheral vision, and/or visual acuity. Physical Activities * Rarely ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like. * Occasionally move self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces. * Constantly move about to accomplish tasks or move from one worksite to another. * Constantly communicate with others to exchange information. * Rarely operate machinery and/or power tools. * Constantly assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned. Environmental Conditions * Rarely work in low temperatures. * Rarely work in outdoor elements, such as precipitation and wind. * Rarely work in noisy environments. * Rarely work in hazardous conditions. * Rarely work in poor ventilation. * Rarely work in small and/or enclosed spaces. * Rarely work in environments where no adverse environmental conditions are expected. PPE and Chemical Requirements * Occasionally wear PPE, including but not limited to gloves, face shields/goggles, safety glasses, and safety shoes. * Constantly wear a lab coat. * Rarely wear ear plugs/muffs. * Occasional work in a Clean Room Uniform. * Occasionally wear a disposable dust/surgical mask. * Rarely wear respirators, such as a disposable respirator mask (N-95), half-face/full-face style, PAPR, SCUBA. * Rarely come in contact with chemicals, such as aerosols, biological inhalants, plastics, inorganic dust and powders, etc. ## Related Videos - [Geometric deep learning for drug discovery](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/264-geometric-deep-learning-for-drug-discovery) - [Times of (climate) crisis - How and why sustainable software is a must!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/988-times-of-climate-crisis-how-and-why-sustainable-software-is-a-must) - [May I interest you in ... 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