Laboratory Technician

Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI ); Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in biotechnology is seeking a Biomanufacturing Associate I for a contract role in Rockville, MD. The role involves participating in gene therapy manufacturing, with thorough training provided. The ideal candidate should have a solid educational background in life sciences and relevant experience in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent with high grades in science courses and 2 years of related experience.
• A.S. with 1 year, or a B.S. with 0-1 years of related experience.
• Pass/maintain aseptic/gowning qualifications & work in a cleanroom.

Responsibilities

• Participate in gene therapy manufacturing within a cGMP and GLP environment.
• Perform routine tasks such as media aliquot, buffer preparation, and equipment maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety guidelines and Good Documentation Practices.

Skills

Knowledge of MS Word

Knowledge of Excel

Knowledge of Teams

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

A.S. in biology/life sciences, bioengineering

B.S. in biology/life sciences

Job description

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Title: Biomanufacturing/ Research Associate I

Duration: 6+ months

NOTE: Training will be provided.

Job Description:

• The Biomanufacturing Associate I participate in gene therapy manufacturing function by understanding and applying biological, bioprocess, manufacturing, and mechanical principles, processes, procedures, inputs, and outputs, for designated production processes and handovers, within a cGMP and GLP environment, to ensure the timely production and release of quality products, based on client specifications.
• This role will perform a range of routine and semi-routine tasks, some of which are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or making recommendations, with guidance as needed, to proficiently execute manufacturing protocols in a regulated environment.
• Under guidance, apply and adhere to SOPs, cGMP, GLP, Quality, and basic Safety requirements.
• Perform a range of routine and semi-routine tasks, in accordance with SOPs, under guidance.
• Basic Upstream Activities (e.g., assist with solutions, media aliquot, and buffer preparation and autoclave materials for cell culture, staging of raw materials, seed train, bioreactor set up, fermentation monitoring and/or harvest).
• Basic Downstream Activities (e.g., assist with cell lysis, chromatography purification, centrifugation, Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF), and final formulation steps).
• Basic Fill-Finish Activities (e.g., assist with buffers and solutions for filling, capping, labeling, gathering, and preparation of equipment and materials for final drug product).
• Follow verbal and written instructions when performing planned manufacturing activities, in alignment with the batch record.
• With guidance, use basic quality documents and apply Good Documentation Practices.
• Accurately document, review, and check work to avoid errors prior to submission.
• Identify, record, and report observed process variances/deviations in real time.
• Follow SOPs, safety guidelines, and manufacturing instructions when operating equipment and completing process tasks. Prepare, clean, and maintain equipment and tools.
• Recognize common safety issues and report all incidents immediately.
• Adhere to safe working practices and comply with site-based guidelines.
• Cleanroom and aseptic behaviors and procedures.
• Proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and gowning requirements.
• Proper preparation, disinfection, sterilization, sanitation methods and processes for equipment, etc.
• The safe handling, transport, storage, and disposal of biological specimens, chemical, and hazardous materials.
• Universal precautions with respect to OSHA guidelines.
• Appropriate organization, sanitizing, and stocking of work area to avoid unsafe situations.
• Ensure 100% on time completion of training plan.

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or equivalent with high grades in science courses and 2 years of related experience, or an A.S. with 1 year, or a B.S. in biology/life sciences, bioengineering, or related discipline with 0-1 years of related experience, which may include prior experience in a technical role and/or within a cGMP and/or biotech manufacturing environment or other related industry, etc.
• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Teams, databases, etc.
• Pass/maintain aseptic/gowning qualifications & media fill activities; work in a cleanroom for at least 4 hours/day.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Science, Research, and Other

• Industries

  Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Biotechnology Research, and Medical Equipment Manufacturing

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