Scientist II - Bioprocessing

FUJIFILM Biosciences; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Job summary

FUJIFILM Biosciences is seeking a Scientist II to conduct research and development focused on new product development, technical product support, and process improvements. The role involves experimental design, data analysis, cell culture work, and maintaining good laboratory practices.

Supervision is minimal after training with some indirect oversight of junior scientists. Salary in California ranges from $84,822 to $93,000, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k,

Qualifications

• Minimum B.S. in a science, bioscience, engineering or bioengineering field.
• B.S. candidates require at least 5 years of relevant bioscience, engineering or bioengineering work experience.
• M.S. candidates require at least 2 years of relevant lab-related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Design experiments and analyze data using Microsoft Suite and statistics software.
• Prepare formal reports and presentations.
• Perform cell culture experiments for mammalian cells and related product development.
• Maintain Good Laboratory Practices, procedures, and documentation.
• Contribute to group meetings and participate in knowledge updates.

Skills

Cell culture

Data analysis

Experimental design

Attention to detail

GMP/GLP knowledge

English proficiency

Bioreactor processes

Problem solving

Laboratory techniques

Microsoft Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Suite

Job description

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 fosters 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

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- $93,000. 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]).