Upstream Bioprocess Associate II

Planet Pharma; Pennington (NJ); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Planet Pharma in Pennington, NJ seeks an Upstream Manufacturing Associate II to independently execute upstream manufacturing operations in a cGMP cleanroom, leveraging expertise in mammalian cell culture, bioreactor operations, harvest processing, and in-process testing.

The role includes mentoring junior associates, supporting process improvements, and ensuring accurate GMP documentation while contributing to technology transfer and manufacturing readiness.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related discipline with 3–5 years of relevant biopharmaceutical manufacturing experience.
• High School Diploma/GED with 6+ years of relevant experience may be considered.
• Strong understanding of mammalian cell culture and upstream processing.
• Experience operating bioreactors and associated equipment.
• Knowledge of GMP manufacturing requirements.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills; good communication and teamwork.

Responsabilidades

• Independently execute media and buffer preparation activities.
• Perform cell culture expansion, vial thaw, seed train operations, and production-scale bioreactor processing.
• Operate and monitor fed-batch and perfusion bioreactor systems.
• Execute harvest, filtration, and process transfer operations.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and equipment issues within established procedures.
• Maintain aseptic operations and GMP-compliant documentation.

Conocimientos

Cell culture

Bioreactor operations

GMP knowledge

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology/Life Sciences

High School Diploma + 6+ years experience

Herramientas

Cedex Cell Analyzer

Blood Gas Analyzer

Osmometer

pH meters

Conductivity meters

Descripción del empleo

Planet Pharma in Pennington, NJ seeks an Upstream Manufacturing Associate II to independently execute upstream manufacturing operations in a cGMP cleanroom, leveraging expertise in mammalian cell culture, bioreactor operations, harvest processing, and in-process testing.

The role includes mentoring junior associates, supporting process improvements, and ensuring accurate GMP documentation while contributing to technology transfer and manufacturing readiness.