Upstream Manufacturing Scientist

Astrix; New Jersey; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company seeks a passionate Upstream Manufacturing Scientist to facilitate manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and possess expertise in monoclonal antibodies and bioreactor operations. This role emphasizes collaboration, compliance with GMP standards, and innovation in biopharmaceutical manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of related experience in the biopharmaceutical industry.
• Expertise in designing, executing and analyzing process development.
• Familiarity with GMP and aseptic manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a team to execute upstream batches.
• Perform cell culture and bioreactor operations.
• Ensure compliance with GMP standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemical, biological, or biochemical sciences

Job description

This range is provided by Astrix. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$80,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

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We are currently hiring for a Upstream Manufacturing Scientist to join a dynamic and growing biopharmaceutical company. If you are passionate about working in the biotechnology field and have experience in manufacturing processes, we want to hear from you!

Direct Hire

Middlesex County, NJ

looking for experience with monoclonal antibodies & large scale bioreactors 1000-2000 liters

• Collaborate with a team of manufacturing associates and engineers to execute upstream batches.
• Perform cell culture and bioreactor operations (single-use fed-batch bioreactors) at various scales.
• Conduct harvest clarification processes using centrifuges and depth filters at multiple scales.
• Ensure timely execution of engineering and clinical batches.
• Develop operating equipment specifications and improve manufacturing techniques.
• Utilize programs to collect and analyze operating data for real-time adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment.
• Interpret and follow instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Adhere to GMP standards in the manufacturing area and lead compliance with environmental health and safety policies.
• Review executed manufacturing and packaging batch records, along with associated supporting documents.
• Coordinate investigations and implement corrections for issues identified during batch execution.
• Perform additional tasks as required or assigned.
• Comply with all company policies and standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in chemical, biological, or biochemical sciences with a minimum of 3+ years of related experience in the biopharmaceutical industry.
• Expertise in independently designing, executing, analyzing, and documenting all stages of process development.
• Strong foundational knowledge and subject matter expertise in executing engineering and clinical batches.
• Experience working in GMP and aseptic manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with single-use manufacturing consumables, including bags, tube sets, columns, and process manifolds.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

• Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively with team members; excellent interpersonal skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, along with strong computer and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and proficiency in basic computer programs, such as Word, Excel, and spreadsheets.
• In-depth knowledge of GMP batch manufacturing and packaging documentation, including audit and review processes.
• Familiarity with cleaning verification and validation processes.

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing and Science

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Medical insurance

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401(k)

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