Purification Scientist - Chromatography

Make a Meaningful Impact in Biopharma—Join Ecolab’s Bioprocessing Applications Lab

Ecolab’s Bioprocessing Applications Lab in King of Prussia is thrilled to welcome a passionate and driven Purification Scientist to our growing team. If you're excited by the challenge of developing cutting-edge chromatography processes for monoclonal antibody purification—and want your work to directly improve patient access to life-saving medications—this is the opportunity for you.

About the Role

As a Purification Scientist – Chromatography, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, designing and executing chromatography experiments that support both our technical platforms and our customers’ evolving needs. You’ll collaborate with talented field and lab-based teams, translating scientific insights into real-world solutions for industrial-scale purification of monoclonal antibodies.

We’re looking for a hands-on bench scientist with deep expertise in preparative chromatography, a collaborative spirit, and the initiative to drive projects forward independently.

Why Join Us?

• Impact Lives: Help accelerate biologic drug development and expand access to critical therapies for patients worldwide.

• Grow with Purpose: Shape your career in a company that values innovation, growth, and continuous learning.

• Inclusive Culture: Be part of a team that celebrates diverse perspectives and fosters a collaborative, supportive environment.

What You’ll Do

• Author protocols and reports for monoclonal antibody purification process development.

• Execute bench-scale experiments using AKTA and other chromatography systems.

• Assist high-throughput screening and optimization with the Tecan Te-Chrom system.

• Analyze samples using ceSDS, UPLC/HPLC, SDS-PAGE, ELISA, PCR, spectrophotometry, and other analytical tools.

• Maintain detailed records and interpret data to deliver clear, actionable insights.

• Follow lab procedures to ensure safety and efficiency.

• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds as part of lab operations.

What You Bring

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (BS) required.

• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in chromatography process development for commercial-scale antibody purification.

• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of chromatography.

• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree (MS) in Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry, or related field.

• Excellent problem-solving skills.

• Strong communication skills—both written and verbal.

• Working knowledge of statistics.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $72,700.00 - $109,100.00. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits 

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits. 

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Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

 

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 

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