Summary

The Global Emerging Leaders Program (GELP) is a 2-year rotational leadership development program designed to cultivate future business and technical leaders within WuXi Biologics. Participants gain hands-on experience through cross-functional rotations, strategic project work, and exposure to global operations. Mentorship by director level and above senior leaders throughout the rotations. Candidates who successfully complete the program will be offered to join WuXi Biologics global network (not limited to the U.S. site) as management at levels ranging from Manager to Associate Director.

Job description

Job Summary

The Global Emerging Leaders Program (GELP) is a 2-year rotational leadership development program designed to cultivate future business and technical leaders within WuXi Biologics. Participants gain hands-on experience through cross-functional rotations, strategic project work, and exposure to global operations. Mentorship by director level and above senior leaders throughout the rotations. Candidates who successfully complete the program will be offered to join WuXi Biologics global network (not limited to the U.S. site) as management at levels ranging from Manager to Associate Director.

The Process Development track focuses on developing and scaling biologics processes from early-stage development through commercial manufacturing, ensuring robust, scalable, and compliant processes. Drive continuous improvement in the lab setting. Lead innovation projects.

Job Responsibilities

Participate in the regular PD works to master the laboratory small-scale PD, pilot scale process scale-up, technology transfer to GMP facility, and process characterization
Summarize and analyze development data into high quality information package and/or report to master data collection, summary, analysis, interpretation and presentation
Lead and support strategic key DS process development and internal innovation projects, analyze data, and present recommendations
Collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality to ensure process robustness
Engage in leadership development and mentorship programs

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Chemical engineering, Biomolecular Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field with 0–2-year work experience.
Understand and/or experience with biologics process development preferred.
Strong data analysis and experimental design skills.
Demonstrated academic excellence.
Understanding of process scale-up and validation preferred.
Willingness to travel and participate in global rotations (if applicable).
May require some evening work hours and conference call time to meet global team time zones.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Chemical engineering, Biomolecular Engineering, Biotechnology, or related field
0–2 years work experience
Strong data analysis and experimental design skills
Demonstrated academic excellence
Willingness to travel and participate in global rotations
Understand and/or experience with biologics process development preferred
Understanding of process scale-up and validation preferred

Benefits

Company Benefits

Company overview

Biolog, Inc. is a privately held biotechnology company founded in 1984 and headquartered in Hayward, California. The company specializes in microbial phenotypic characterization and polyphasic identification technologies, providing comprehensive solutions for cellular analysis across research, bioprocess, sustainable agriculture, and diagnostic markets. Biolog's patented technology platform simplifies cell identification and characterization through innovative instrumentation, test panels, and critical software. Their product portfolio includes the Odin system for automated phenotyping, ID Station for microbial identification, anaerobic chambers for oxygen-free work environments, and a wide range of Phenotype MicroArrays for metabolic profiling of microbial and mammalian cells. The company also operates Biolog Lab Services, offering ISO-certified microbial testing, foodborne pathogen detection, and polyphasic identification services from their Newark, Delaware facility. With over 6,600 publications citing their technology and nearly 40 years of experience, Biolog serves customers worldwide through direct sales in the US, Germany, and Austria, complemented by global distribution channels. The company has received significant funding from investors including BroadOak Capital and Research Corporation Technologies, supporting its continued innovation in functional cellular insights.