Bioreactor Scientist

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in Kalamazoo is looking for a Laboratory Technician with expertise in cell culture and analytical methods. The successful candidate will collaborate with multiple scientists, assist in bioprocess characterization, and maintain laboratory operations. Comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) benefits, and a supportive work environment are provided. This is a full-time position with standard weekday hours.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision options

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Qualifications

• At least one year of laboratory experience with mammalian cell culture.
• Capable of learning new computer programs quickly.
• Good organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Grow CHO cell cultures and monitor their growth.
• Conduct experiments and analyze data.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks and order supplies.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

• Grow CHO cell culture from vial thaw to scale up bioreactors for use by the analytical group, or downstream processing group according to established procedures.
• Conduct cell culture experiments within statistically designed matrices for purposes of bioprocess characterization and optimization.
• Monitor culture growth, productivity and performance while preparing and adding feed and nutrients for culture viability
• Run basic analytical methods and culture offline methods, which may include HPLC, Vicell, BioHT metabolite analysis.
• Assist senior members of the Mab Prep Lab and Upstream process development team with large-scale preps and routine processing.
• Perform, describe, and present data analysis by using instrument computer software and office applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Maintain a research laboratory notebook to document all lab-based work, write basic study reports and delivery memos and assist team members with more complicated report writing.
• Order and stock laboratory equipment and supplies for the Mab Prep Lab laboratory.
• Work with multiple scientists within the group to effectively schedule work. Be flexible to work with other groups in Kalamazoo if workloads so require.
• Experience with coding language. Specific language not required, but independent experience with scripting for Excel, statistical analysis, automation, etc. is desired.
• Qualifications

  Qualifications

  ** The Ideal Candidate would possess:**

  • Highly computer literate. Capable of quickly learning and adapting to new computer programs
  • Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
  • Other computer skills required: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
  • Good organizational skills required
  • Individual must have good organizational skills. Individual should be highly motivated, must be a team player, and capable of working with minimal oversight

  Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry or other related degree concentration
  • At least one year of laboratory experience with mammalian cell culture and sterile culturing techniques
  • Occasional night and/or weekend work may be required
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
  • Candidates in a commutable distance to Kalamazoo, MI are recommended to apply

  Additional Information

  • Position is full-time, Monday to Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Kalamazoo, MI are encouraged to apply.

  ** What we offer:**

  • Comprehensive medical coverage, with dental and vision options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid holidays and vacation
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  Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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