Website Genesis10
Genesis10
Company : Genesis10
Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Scientist – I (Assistant) for an Onsite position with a Major Pharmaceutical Company located in West Point, PA. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity.
This person will work on pilot-scale campaigns for the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) manufacture of biologic and vaccine bulk clinical supplies, with a focus on cell banks, leading cell expansion unit operations. The candidate will work in matrixed teams with process development, facility engineering, quality engineering, GMP compliance, and safety groups. A working comprehension of regulatory guidelines governing GMP manufacture is essential.
Responsibilities:
- Executing cell bank manufacturing and upstream unit operations such as mammalian/yeast/bacterial cell expansion, virus/protein expression in single-use disposable systems and/or stainless-steel bioreactors
- Supporting downstream operations such as normal flow filtration, tangential flow filtration, homogenization, lyophilization, chromatography, and centrifugation
- Preparing critical documents including standard operating procedures and batch records
- Completing production readiness activities such as equipment cleaning & steam sanitization
- Evaluating and integrating innovative technology/process equipment fit
- Developing equipment specifications & participating in start-up activities
- Working in a multi-disciplinary project team environment
- Troubleshooting process unit operations
- Leading process unit operation teams and manufacturing steps
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Biological Sciences with 1-3 years of relevant experience
- GMP manufacturing and/or process development cell culture activities (mammalian, bacterial)
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Working knowledge of cGMP, Quality Systems, and safety for operations
- Self-motivated with the ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic setting
Desired skills:
- Organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills
- Technical background in cell culture unit operations (vial thaw, shake flasks, cell stacks, flasks, incubation, harvest/centrifugation, vial filling, freeze, thaw/recovery)
- Experience leading small teams in a matrixed organization
Pay Range: up to $32.14 per hour
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!
Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
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ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.