Senior Research Associate, Material Post Processing

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The job details are as follows:

Who we are

We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs.

United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR ) seeks to travel down the corridors of indifference to develop treatments for rare, deadly diseases. We were founded in 1996 by a family seeking a cure for their daughters pulmonary arterial hypertension( PAH) . Today, we have six FDA-approved therapies that treat PAH, pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease ( PH-ILD ) and neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer. Our near-term pipeline seeks to develop additional therapies for PAH and pulmonary fibrosis ( PF ).

The cure for end-stage life-threatening diseases like PAH, PH-ILD, PF, and many others is an organ transplant, but only a small percentage of donated organs are available to address the vast need. For this reason, we are working to create bio-artificial organs to address the shortage of kidneys, hearts, lungs, and livers available for transplant. We believe an unlimited supply of tolerable, transplantable organs will eliminate the transplant waiting list and cure end-stage organ diseases for which transplant is not currently an option.

Who you are

We are looking for a materials science or chemical engineering enthusiast with a process development mindset looking to take their knowledge and apply it to organ engineering. This is the opportunity to take something to GMP, build processes and documentation to scale. This position doesnt work in isolation but with incredible teams who are all experts in their areas. Sound like the opportunity of your dreams? We get it apply here!

Minimum Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience with light based 3D printing technologies, material characterization using NMR, HPLC, Raman Spectroscopy or similar techniques with a Bachelor's Degree in material science and engineering, chemical engineering, organic chemistry or closely related field OR 3+ years of relevant experience with light based 3D printing technologies, material characterization using NMR, HPLC, Raman Spectroscopy or similar techniques with a Master's Degree in material science and engineering, chemical engineering, organic chemistry or closely related field

• Knowledge of polymer chemistry, material sciences and organic chemistry

• Practical experience with light-based 3D printing technologies

• Technical knowledge on biomaterial characterization using analytical assays such as NMR, HPLC, FTIR, Raman spectroscopy

• Technical knowledge on biomaterial characterization using techniques such as SEM, swelling, stiffness, tensile, suture test

• Good organizational, communication and adaptability skills, and independent trouble-shooting capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree in polymer science, material science and engineering, chemical engineering, organic chemistry or closely related field

• Knowledge of PEG-based photo crosslinked bioink for 3D printing

• Knowledge of bioink formulations to modulate mechanical properties

• Experience with post-processing of biomaterials to enhance cell-material interaction

• Familiar with Tissue Engineering concepts such as cell attachment and proliferation

• Familiar with microfluidic concepts or perfusion-based chips

Job Location

This is a 100% onsite role in Manchester, NH.

Eligible employees may participate in the Companys comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please visit

United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.