Associate Pilot Plant

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and self-driven individual to support the execution of cell culture and downstream purification processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, eagerness to learn, and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities:

• Support cell culture processes, including aseptic vial thawing, cell culture flask passaging in biosafety cabinets, and operation of benchtop wave bioreactors, as well as 200L and 500L single-use bioreactors.
• Assist with large-scale harvest operations through downstream purification, including chromatography, filtration, and Ultra-Filtration/Diafiltration (UF/DF) using pilot-scale skids and equipment.
• Perform routine tasks such as in-process sampling, operating laboratory analyzers, managing samples, and collecting scientific data via electronic laboratory notebooks.
• Compound media/buffer solutions and perform Clean-In-Place (CIP) and Steam-In-Place (SIP) procedures.
• Assemble and disassemble equipment, provide routine maintenance for benchtop analyzers, and support vendor oversight.
• Maintain lab organization, cleanliness, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Utilize scientific principles for experiment execution and data analysis in a collaborative team environment.
• Document data and process information in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Contribute to maintaining laboratory standards with a focus on safety, quality, and compliance.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science, or
• Associate’s Degree with 1+ year of experience in a laboratory or manufacturing setting, or
• 2+ years of experience in a laboratory or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to work weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior hands-on experience in pilot- or large-scale cell culture or downstream purification process development or manufacturing.
• Experience with automated computer-controlled biopharmaceutical equipment.
• Knowledge of process data compilation and analysis.
• Demonstrated problem-solving capabilities with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.