Associate Specialist, Engineering (BTS - Biotechnology and Solutions)
About the role
The Associate Specialist, Engineering, in the Biotechnology and Solutions (BTS) team will have a focus in Vaccine and Biologicals process development and production support for all manufacturing processes. BTS (similar to Tech Ops) is responsible for process development of sustaining, optimizing and troubleshooting existing production processes. Within a multidisciplinary environment you will collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality and R&D colleagues.
Primary Responsibilities
- Support small, medium and large-scale bioreactor runs
- Support and execute appropriate lab experiments and assays
- Organize and maintain the BTS labs (5S) and inventory
- Work in a "safety first" mindset
- Collaborate with peers to support and participate in manufacturing, development and research studies
- Occasional after hours or weekend work to execute experiments will be required
- Actively learn and adopt bioprocessing principles (design of experiment, data analytics, etc.)
Education Requirement
- High School Diploma or Equivalent with 5+ years experience in the vaccine or biologics manufacturing sector OR
- Bachelor's degree in Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry, Protein Chemistry, Microbiology or a related applicable field
Required Experience and Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Ability to work independently
- Excellent teamwork
- Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to solving problems inclusive of diverse perspectives
- Ability to work in multidisciplinary and international teams
Preferred Experience and Skills
- Experience in bioprocess scale up and vaccine manufacturing
- Working knowledge of USDA regulations
- Knowledge of GMP requirements for manufacture and testing of biological products
- Understanding of statistics and application to process monitoring and control
- Molecular biology, replicon particles, cell cultivation
Pay
The salary range for this role is $71,900.00 - $113,200.00. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.
Schedule
Shift: 1st - Day. Travel requirements: 10%. Occasional after hours or weekend work to execute experiments will be required.
Requisition ID: R414227