Upstream Processing Scientist - I (Assistant)

Primary Talent Partners; West Point (PA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Primary Talent Partners' client in West Point, PA seeks an Upstream Processing Scientist I (Assistant) on a 12-month contract with potential extensions. Position is onsite with some off-hours work as needed.

Responsibilities include lab-scale upstream processing, setup of equipment, GLP-compliant data handling, and collaboration with client staff. Requires a B.S. in a related science and some bioprocessing experience; strong communication and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Biology, Bio/chemistry, Bio/chemical Engineering, or related field.
• At least six months of upstream-focused bioprocessing experience.

Responsibilities

• Support onsite work and occasional off-hour/weekend shifts up to ~40 hours per week.
• Prepare reagents, solutions, and culture media.
• Perform lab-scale upstream processing and purification support for vaccine products.
• Set up process equipment for lab-scale experiments.
• Perform in-process monitoring assays and report data to client staff.
• Maintain GLP records and test results.
• Document work clearly and perform tests accurately.
• Communicate effectively with client staff; work independently and in teams.

Skills

Lab skills

Aseptic techniques

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field

Tools

Bioreactors

Pipettes

Job description

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a Upstream Processing Scientist - I (Assistant) to join our pharmaceutical client in West Point, PA. This is a 12-month contract to start with the potential for extensions.

Pay:

$28.00 - $38.00/hr;W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. ACA-compliant supplemental package available for enrollment.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to sit on Primary Talent Partners W2 without sponsorship.

Description:

Responsibilities:

• Able to support onsite work and support occasional off-hour and/or weekend work (not to typically exceed 40 hours per week cumulative)
• Communicate effectively and promptly with client staff members
• Prepare laboratory reagents, solutions, and culture media
• Perform lab-scale upstream processing and needs-based purification support of vaccine products and process intermediates
• Setup process equipment for lab-scale experiments
• Perform in-process monitoring assays
• Analyze, collate, track, and report data back to client staff members
• Maintain records and test results following good laboratory practices (GLP)
• Work independently and efficiently
• Document work clearly and perform tests accurately

Qualifications:

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. in Biology, Bio/chemistry, Bio/chemical Engineering, or related science or engineering field.
• At least six months of laboratory experience in upstream-focused bioprocessing (e.g. bioreactor operations for live virus culture, bacterial fermentation and/or mammalian cell culture).

The ideal candidate would possess:

• General laboratory skills, experience with aseptic manipulations, pipettes
• Experience in operating bioreactors
• Experience in culturing microbial and/or mammalian cells
• Experience performing basic cell-based assays (e.g. cell counting, optical density, metabolite analysis)
• Experience with solution, reagent, buffer preparation
• Experience using formulas and linking spreadsheets in Excel
• Highly computer literate.
• Capable of quickly learning and adapting to new computer programs. Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
• Excellent and proactive communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.

Additional Preferred Skills:

• Basic downstream / primary recovery operations (e.g. Lysis, Centrifugation, Filtration)

Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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