Research Associate

About Antheia:
Antheia is the advanced biosynthesis company transforming pharmaceutical manufacturing and innovation for the 21st century. Antheia’s commercially proven technology platform produces high-value pharmaceutical ingredients in a fraction of the time compared to legacy approaches while significantly reducing supply chain risk. The company provides its global pharmaceutical customers with a resilient, efficient supply of critical ingredients at scale, while expanding the innovation frontier for new therapeutic development. Backed by leading investors and recognized by the U.S. government as a priority technology for public health and national and economic security, Antheia is manufacturing the medicines the world needs today while enabling tomorrow’s breakthrough therapeutics. 

Working at Antheia: 
Our cross-functional team shares a vision for the future: improved pharmaceutical supply chains that can end drug shortages and drive equitable access to essential medicines. As a team, we aim to embody a culture that celebrates diversity, prioritizes knowledge sharing, encourages exploration and ideation, challenges constructively, and supports individuals in their professional and personal journeys. At Antheia, you can expect to be inspired by the science, by your teammates, and by the opportunity we have to bring about change in the pharmaceutical industry. 

The scope of the Research Associate DSP includes understanding fate of impurities, product stability and
degradation mechanisms, identifying unit operations and key parameters to establish operating ranges
and meet target COGs. This position will require managing unit operations and collecting data towards
developing scalable processes to separate and purify bio-derived Starting Materials and APIs from bench
to Pilot scale. Laboratory skills in sample preparation and analysis, Liquid-Solid separation, Liquid-Liquid
separation are required. A successful incumbent will work cross-functionally with Biology, Analytics,
Operations, Quality and Regulatory departments to support the team in developing sustainable
processes that produce in specification products in the timelines established.

Primary Responsibilities

• Comply with safety protocols and ensure the safety of co-workers
• Comply with Regulatory and DEA requirements when required for handling, disposal and documentation
• Support project teams to deliver on project goals
• Perform studies following experimental protocols
• Run regular unit operations and data collection for analysis
• Preparation of samples for Analytical methods
• Maintain equipment
• Work cross functionally and provide documentation for transparency and reports
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemistry, or applicable area of study 2+ years industry experience
• Analytical and compound isolation laboratory experience
• Hands on experience with bench scale filtration, evaporation and crystallization
• Experience with Microsoft Excel
• Experience writing reports
• Analytical Chemistry experience with HPLC/UPLC a plus.

The base compensation for this role is $80K - $100K based on demonstrated relevant skills and experience.  

For full-time employees in the United States, Antheia offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Part-time (<30 hours per week) and temporary roles are not eligible for Company sponsored benefits.

• Comprehensive compensation package, which includes annual bonus potential and equity opportunities
• Paid time off, in addition to company-observed holidays
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Free access to the Menlo Park Labs Gym
• Menlo Park Labs free shuttle service to CalTrain, BART Station, and SF

Antheia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, or any other basis protected by law. In addition, Antheia prohibits the harassment of any individual on any of the bases listed above or any other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire..