Process Engineer I

The field of gene therapy is growing rapidly and Genezen is here to meet the exacting needs of our clients. We provide process development, produce GMP viral vectors, and provide cell transduction for gene and cell therapy clinical trials and are proud to be a part of the process that leads to new cures. 

WORKING AT GENEZEN

Many people have worked in environments where you feel like just another nameless part of an enormous machine. Genezen is different. We want our employees to be innovative, collaborative problem solvers who are dedicated to meeting the challenges of working at a fast-growing company. We are dedicated to empowering our employees to be their best and making Genezen a rewarding place to work. Every employee contributes to the success of the company and you can be part of that team.

The Process Engineer I plays a key role in supporting Genezen’s gene therapy clinical/commercial manufacturing facility and will provide operational support to all development, clinical, and commercial operations groups including MFG, FAC, QC, SC, and PD. The incumbent will provide a variety of support services including equipment performance evaluation, troubleshooting, procedure development, process and equipment monitoring, validation / qualification, and leadership of small projects. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides operational support to development, clinical, and commercial operations groups including MFG, FAC, QC, SC, and PD
• Supports specification, design, testing, and implementation of single use manufacturing systems.
• Works on problems of where analysis of data requires evaluation of numerous factors. Demonstrates good judgement in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Supports projects to modify/improve equipment, facilities and/or process controls.
• Provides technical support and analysis for the resolution of deviations, investigations, and process issues.
• Supports improvements to department procedures and specifications.
• Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

•    BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
•    0-3 years of relevant working experience in a comparable position (similar type of work, similar group dynamics)
•    Must be able to communicate effectively in writing and orally across the organization and at multiple levels.
•    Positive attitude, service oriented, and willingness / ability to perform maintenance on all equipment, systems, and facilities.
•    Must be capable of multi-tasking and performing assignments that have loosely defined objectives which require investigation of numerous variables.
•    Incumbent will be required to carry a cellular phone and be on call to support manufacturing operations.
•    Experience with pharmaceutical / biopharmaceutical equipment commissioning, validation, and performance monitoring.
•    Experience in cell culture, protein purification, or process control systems is desirable.

COMPENSATION:

The salary range for this position is $65,000-$85,000. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to meet the following physical demands:
        
Work Environment
•    Regularly sit for long periods of time Movement
•    Frequently required to stand and sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms
•    Occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Lifting
•    Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
•    Rarely lift and/or move up to 40 pounds

Vision
•    Frequently utilize close vision and the ability to adjust focus

Communication
•    Frequently required to communicate by talking, hearing, using telephone and e-mail

GENEZEN'S CURES VALUE-BASED COMPETENCIES

Committed to Science
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Urgency in action for the patients
We operate with urgency and a commitment to delivering timely treatments to patients by accelerating our partners' programs.

Resilience & Grit in operations
We are committed to overcoming challenges, learning from failures, and persistently striving for success. 

Execute with Excellence & Integrity
We are dedicated to delivering quality results and upholding ethical principals.

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