Upstream Process Development Scientist
Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories Professional Scientific Services, LLC

Upstream Process Development Scientist

Employee Responsibilities:

• Technical support of bioreactor operations and preculture activities as part of a process development team.
• Responsible for the execution of bench scale bioreactor processes and scale-up to larger bioreactor formats.
• Familiar with basic laboratory techniques, including but not limited to: aseptic expansion of mammalian cell culture and routine analytical procedures on cell culture samples.
• Have a good understanding of cell culture parameters in general (cell growth rate, cell density, viability, population doubling, metabolites and cell waste, etc.).
• Responsible for daily monitoring of the cell culture and keeping thorough record of cell culture parameters and results into data sheets and/or electronic note books.
• Responsible for data integrity and accuracy.

The Ideal Candidate would possess:

• Experience with aseptic techniques, cell culture in various lab-scale formats, small to medium scale bioreactors, and cell counting methods and equipment (Cedex, Vi Cell) is preferred
• Excellent communication skills- with oral and written
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies (GMP knowledge a plus)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or other related degree concentration
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

What we offer:

• Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

As a part of Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing - the largest network of harmonized bio/pharmaceutical GMP product testing laboratories worldwide - Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories provides comprehensive laboratory services for the world's largest pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical and medical device companies. Our service offering includes comprehensive chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular and cell biology and biosafety testing of drug substances, final products, intermediates, and starting materials for both small and large molecule drug products.

To learn more about Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, please explore our website www.eurofinsus.com .

Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer .

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