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Scientist/Sr. Scientist, Quality Control The Company Rion is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in Rochester, Minnesota. Rion was founded as a Mayo Clinic Employee Entrepreneurial Program startup company. Rion s mission is to develop clinically impactful and accessible therapies using innovative regenerative medicine technologies based on extracellular vesicle science. Our proprietary exosome platform can address significant unmet patient needs in many fields of medicine; accordingly, we are actively pursuing clinical programs in wound healing, cardiovascular diseases, and women s health. Our ultimate mission is to deliver cutting edge solutions accessible to any patient in need, anywhere in the world. The Position Independently develop, validate, and oversee the performance of testing methods designed to characterize cell-based therapeutic products at various stages of product development. Perform release and stability testing on GMP and non-GMP biologic therapeutic products. Job Responsibilities: Perform analytical testing (e.g. protein expression, bioassays, and particle analysis, cell-based assays) of GMP and non-GMP product samples. Maintain required documentation according to departmental policy to support product release and process development. Write SOPs, analytical procedures and other required documents to support product testing following internal and regulatory requirements. Independently design and implement method validations for release testing in the QC lab to satisfy internal and regulatory requirements. Develop and maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements (ie ICH guidelines, FDA-issued guidances) and product-related scientific literature. Monitor and trend Quality Control testing data to assure validity of test system results. Troubleshoot experiments and test systems as needed. Oversee analysis of data and report results. Advise internal customers regarding outcomes of testing. Maintain instrumentation. Monitor instrument performance to assure optimal operation. Develop additional analytical test methods as required, often as a member of a cross functional team. Perform and oversee biologic drug product characterization testing in support of research, process development and manufacturing efforts Qualifications: Education Qualification: For Scientist: Ph.D in life sciences discipline with 0-2 years industry experience M.S. with 2-4 years pharmaceutical industry experience B.S. with >5 years pharmaceutical industry experience Equivalent combination of a graduate degree and experience sufficient to successfully perform the job duties as listed above is acceptable. Experience working in a GMP or regulated laboratory environment is a plus For Senior Scientist: Ph.D in life sciences discipline with 2-5 years industry experience M.S. with >5 years pharmaceutical industry experience B.S. with >10 years pharmaceutical industry experience Equivalent combination of a graduate degree and experience sufficient to successfully perform the job duties as listed above is acceptable. Experience working in a GMP or regulated laboratory environment is a plus Technical Qualification: Has significant technical knowledge of scientific principles, theories, and practices of analytical development and testing. Previous experiences in a pharmaceutical quality control laboratory is preferred Prior experience related to method development/validation Prior experience with cell-based potency assay, ELISA, and other bioassays is preferred In-depth knowledge of laboratory equipment, practices and procedures Knowledge and experience of pharmaceutical cGMP (US and EU) is preferred Knowledge of CFR and ICH Regulatory Guidelines Is self-motivated and has high attention to detail. Must have excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational and communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills and a great team player Self-awareness, integrity, authenticity, and a growth mindset Additional Information: Schedule: Mon ay - Friday Work Location: Rochester, MN Work Remotely: No Relocation Assistance: Yes Job Type: Full-time, Exempt Direct Reports: 0+ The Benefits: Rion recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue career path their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. We provide a competitive compensation package with a unique culture focusing on development and wellbeing of our staff. Below are some of the benefits offered by Rion: Full Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees and their dependents. Choice between PPO or High Deductible Health Plan with Health Savings Account (HSA) o Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401K Retirement Savings Plan Life Insurance Programs Basic life and supplemental life insurance options for self, spouse, children Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance Discretionary Time-off, Paid Holidays, and Parental Leave programs Parking Benefits EEO Statement: Rion is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Rion strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Rion does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Rion Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Rion employees, or any other company locations; Rion is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.