Mammalian Cell Culture Upstream Process Associate

Prolific Machines; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 66,124; Full time

Job summary

Prolific Machines in Emeryville, CA is hiring a Research Associate II to drive upstream cell culture process development. The ideal candidate brings 2+ years of experience with mammalian cell culture techniques and will collaborate with senior engineers effectively in a fast-paced environment.

This role offers an hourly pay of $40-$48, with potential for overtime, and is structured as a 6-month contract with possibilities for extension or full-time employment.

Prolific Machines values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industry experience in cell culture or upstream process development.
• Thorough knowledge of media preparation and cell passaging.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Execute upstream process development experiments under supervision.
• Perform mammalian cell culture operations using aseptic techniques.
• Operate and monitor small-scale bioreactors and maintain data integrity.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture techniques

Aseptic technique

Operating bench-scale bioreactors

Cell culture sampling and analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or related

Tools

BioProfile™ FLEX2

Vi-CELL BLU

Cedex™ Bio HT

Eppendorf DASbox™

Sartorius Biostat™ B-DCU

Job description

Prolific Machines in Emeryville, CA is hiring a Research Associate II to drive upstream cell culture process development. The ideal candidate brings 2+ years of experience with mammalian cell culture techniques and will collaborate with senior engineers effectively in a fast-paced environment.

This role offers an hourly pay of $40-$48, with potential for overtime, and is structured as a 6-month contract with possibilities for extension or full-time employment.

Prolific Machines values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.