Scientist II - Bioprocessing

Merck & Co.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Job summary

FUJIFILM Biosciences in California seeks a Scientist II to advance R&D on mammalian cell culture products, perform experimental design, and analyze data. You will work with diverse assays, maintain GMP/GLP practices, and prepare reports while collaborating with teams to optimize processes and product development.

Ideal candidates hold a BS or MS in biosciences with relevant lab experience, strong data analysis skills, and proficiency in cell culture and bioreactor workflows.

Qualifications

• Minimum B.S. in a science, bioscience, engineering or bioengineering field
• B.S. candidates require at least 5 years of relevant bioscience/engineering experience
• M.S. candidates require at least 2 years of relevant lab experience
• Knowledge of GMP and GLP procedures
• Ability to perform a wide range of tasks and solve complex problems
• Proficiency with mammalian cell culture, chemistry, and biochemistry

Responsibilities

• Perform experimental design and data analysis
• Conduct mammalian cell culture experiments for product development
• Carry out various biochemical and immunoassay assays
• Prepare reports and present findings
• Maintain Good Laboratory Practices and proper documentation
• Contribute to process improvements for bioreactors and culture systems
• Participate in group meetings and continuing education

Skills

Mammalian Cell Culture

Biochemistry

Chemistry

GMP/GLP

Microsoft Suite

Data analysis

Cell culture bioreactors

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in bioscience/engineering

Master's degree in bioscience/engineering

Tools

qPCR/dPCR

Bioreactor equipment

MS Office

Job description

Position Overview

The Scientist II conducts research and development activities focusing on new product development, technical product support, and process improvements. Tasks include experimental design, data analysis, cell culture experiments, and maintaining good laboratory practices. The role involves preparing reports, participating in meetings, and using various laboratory assays and techniques. Supervision is minimal after training, with some indirect supervision of junior scientists.

Company Overview

At FUJIFILM Biosciences, we turn curiosity into breakthroughs that advance the field of life sciences. By offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services in cell culture media, discovery research reagents, recombinant growth factors and proteins, fine chemicals, and critical assay materials, we partner with the brightest minds in biotech and pharma to tackle the world's biggest health challenges.

Imagine being part of a team that enables life-changing discoveries like new vaccines, therapies, and advancements in regenerative medicine. Our culture foster curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, and we pride ourselves on delivering unparalleled quality and service to our partners. If you're ready to make an impact, your future belongs with us at FUJIFILM Biosciences.

Our headquarters in Santa Ana, California, is surrounded by world-class schools, lush parks, and scenic beaches like Laguna and Huntington, making it an ideal place to live, work, and explore. With additional campuses across the US, Europe, China, and Japan, we offer opportunities to make a difference worldwide.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of "giving our world more smiles." Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Works on problems of moderate scope in which analysis of situation or data requires a review of identifiable factors
• Exercises judgment within general defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
• Performs experimental design and data analysis using Microsoft Suite, statistic and other experimental design and data plotting or analysis software
• Prepares formal reports and presentations
• Actively participate in group/project meetings
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications
• Maintain Good Laboratory Practices, Procedures, and documentation.
• Performs cell culture experiments for research and development of mammalian cell culture products, technical product support, and/or process improvements.
• Performs common chemical/biological assays, which may include but not limited to buffer and solution preparation, maintaining mammalian cell culture, transfection, immunoassay, and quantification of biomolecules such as antibodies, adeno-associated viral vectors, and lentiviral vectors

Required Skills/Education

• Minimum B.S. in a science, bioscience, engineering or bioengineering field.
• B.S. candidates, a minimum of 5 years of relevant bioscience, engineering or bioengineering work experience
• M.S. qualified candidates, a minimum of 2 years of relevant lab-related work experience
• Ability to perform a wide range of assigned work and solve complex problems
• Knowledge of basic laboratory equipment (scales, pH meters, dPCR etc.)
• Knowledge of commonly used experimental/research concepts, practices, and procedures.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Suite
• Knowledge of GMP and GLP procedures
• Attention to details with critical thinking and problem-solving skills, ability to follow instructions and SOP's, motivation in learning new knowledge and hands-on techniques, and awareness of basic lab etiquettes and hygiene is highly desirable
• Knowledge of Mammalian Cell Culture, Chemistry, Biochemistry
• Experience designing, running, and analyzing data from mammalian culture bioreactors. Experience with process development to optimize parameters for bioreactors.
• Knowledge and experience of Mammalian Cell Culture in Biosafety cabinets, PCR (qPCR or dPCR) and immunoassay is highly desirable
• Ability to speak, write and read English proficiently

Salary and Benefits

• For California, the base salary range for this position is $84,822- $110,584. Compensation for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience, location, etc.).
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Paid Time Off

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department ([e-mail]).