Manufacturing Associate II, Cell Culture (Days)
BiogenAbout the role
About This Role
Our factories run 24/7 operations. Our manufacturing teams work 12-hour shifts (either Days or Nights) on a 2-2-3 calendar rotation.
- Shift Details: This role follows a 2-2-3 calendar rotation on days (6:00 AM – 6:00 PM ET)
- Internal Shift Details: Black Days rotating schedule
Our Manufacturing Associates perform processing steps and manufacturing support activities in our Drug Substance facility in Research Triangle Park (RTP). These teams are the backbone of our operations – each playing a critical role in delivering our therapies to the patients who need them.
Our teams are organized by the steps in the biomanufacturing process that they operate in; including – Upstream (Cell Culture), Downstream (Purification), and Media & Solution Preparation. Manufacturing Associates perform these critical steps in a clean environment governed by Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
This role’s primary focus is on Upstream Cell Culture operations.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare bioreactors by executing automated CIP/SIP recipes using DeltaV
- Perform filtration, centrifugation, and harvest operations
- Standardize and calibrate pH and DO probes during bioreactor preparation
- Perform inoculation of bioreactors across multiple scales
- Support cell growth operations, including media feeds and process additions
- Conduct routine sampling and in-process testing to monitor product quality
- Standardize and maintain laboratory and manufacturing equipment, including:
- Vi-Cell Blu/XR
- Osmometer
- pH meters
- RapidPoint BGA
- Conductivity meters
- Biosafety cabinets
- Small-scale centrifuges
- Accurately document activities in accordance with cGMP and SOP requirements
- Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant manufacturing environment
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, MSAT, Quality, and Engineering teams
Who You Are
You’re driven by a mission to save lives and bring a deep sense of purpose to the work you do. Biomanufacturing is complex, and you thrive in fast-paced environments where learning agility, problem-solving, and adaptability are essential.
Required Skills for a Manufacturing Associate II: $23.56 - $30.77 Pay Range
- The following combination of academic and/or relevant experience may be considered:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, STEM preferred and 0+ years of direct experience
- A BioWorks Certificate or associate's degree, STEM preferred and 0+ years of direct experience
- A High School Diploma (or equivalent) and at minimum of .5 years of direct experience
- Previous experience in a GxP environment
- Ability to follow SOPs and work effectively on shift schedules
- Demonstrated documentation and data integrity skills
- Understanding of aseptic technique and cleanroom practices is preferred
Additional Information
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.
Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.
In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
- Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
- Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
- A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
- Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
- 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
- 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
- Employee stock
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