Production Technician I

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world’s most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.

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The Production Technician supports manufacturing of synthetic oligonucleotides under a cGMP environment for use in Cepheid in-vitro diagnostic products. The Laboratory Technician will use scientific knowledge and understanding to execute and document standard operating procedures to ensure successful manufacturing and on time delivery of Oligonucleotides. They will contribute to the successful transfer of new products from development to manufacturing ensuring robust manufacturing processes at commercialization and support processes to ensure performance within expected parameters.

This position is part of the Oligonucleotide Manufacturing team and will be located onsite in Bothell, Washington facilities. At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world’s most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.

The position is part of the Oligo Production team and is located in Bothell, WA.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Execute laboratory procedures including solution preparation, operation of laboratory equipment and in-process analysis

• Perform and document process steps according to defined GMP protocols

• Communicate and collaborate effectively with coworkers to meet objectives and deadlines using safe laboratory practices)

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related life science field with 0-5 + years of proven experience

• Ability to think logically, prioritize tasks, be organized, be self-motivated, and work effectively in a team environment

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Knowledge of solid phase oligonucleotide synthesis

• Manual pipetting and/or liquid formulation

• Prep or Semi-Prep scale HPLC purification

• Use of HPLC equipment or other automated instrumentation

• Working knowledge of GMP regulations

Cepheid, a Danaher company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com.

The salary range for this role is $54,300-$72,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Compan