Associate Scientist, Engineering
About the role
Join Our Team as a Biologics Cell Culture Associate Scientist!
We are seeking an eager and adaptable scientist to play a central role in pilot plant operations, supporting the scale-up and commercialization of our dynamic late-stage biologics pipeline within the expansive Biologics S&T portfolio.
Why You'll Love This Role
As an Associate Scientist in Cell Culture Pilot Operations & Commercialization, you will be at the forefront of translating process development into manufacturing reality.
You will gain hands-on experience operating pilot-scale bioreactors and supporting scale-up activities, while collaborating across functions to enable successful drug substance (DS) commercialization.
Your work will directly support:
- Pilot-scale execution of cell culture processes
- Process scale-up and technology transfer
- Process characterization and validation
- Preparation for PPQs and regulatory filings
Key Responsibilities
- Pilot Operations (Primary Focus):
- Execute and support pilot-scale mammalian cell culture runs, including bioreactor setup, operation, monitoring, sampling, and troubleshooting.
- Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient execution of pilot activities.
- Scale-Up & Commercialization:
- Support scale-up of cell culture processes from lab to pilot and manufacturing scale, contributing to robust DS commercialization strategies.
- Technical Execution:
- Assist with process characterization studies, process validation (PPQ-enabling work), and regulatory filing support.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Partner with process development, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory teams to ensure seamless tech transfer and alignment.
- Problem Solving:
- Troubleshoot pilot equipment, bioreactor performance, and cell culture process deviations.
- Communication:
- Maintain clear documentation and communicate results effectively to stakeholders.
- Innovation & Continuous Improvement:
- Support initiatives to improve pilot efficiency, process robustness, and operational excellence.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biological Engineering, or a related field
- 0-2 years of relevant experience
What You Bring
- Hands-on or academic experience in mammalian cell culture: - Aseptic technique
- Bioreactor operations (bench or pilot scale preferred)
- Media/buffer preparation
- Strong interest in pilot plant operations and scale-up activities
- Strong attention to detail and data integrity
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- A collaborative, ethical, and resilient mindset with a commitment to excellence
Be a Catalyst for Innovation
If you're passionate about biologics and excited to gain hands-on pilot plant experience while supporting commercialization, apply now and join a team driving the future of biomanufacturing.
Required Skills
- Adaptability
- Biological Engineering
- Biomanufacturing
- Cell Cultures
- Chemical Engineering
- Commercialization
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Data Analysis
- Experimentation
- Laboratory Techniques
- Maintenance Supervision
- Mammalian Cell
- Mammalian Cell Culture
- Manufacturing
- Operational Excellence
- Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Pilot Plant Operations
- Process Design
- Process Improvements
- Process Validation
- Statistical Data Analysis
- Technical Writing
- Writing Technical Documents
Preferred Skills
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US and Puerto Rico Residents Only:
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