Manufacturing Associate (Upstream/Downstream & Allstream)
Piper Companies · Gaithersburg, MD · 2 wk ago
On-siteAnalyst$50k–$62k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Execute upstream operations such as media/buffer prep, tank sterilization, bioreactor inoculation, cell culture monitoring, and sampling
- Support downstream activities including centrifugation, filtration (TFF/UFDF), chromatography, column packing, and harvest operations
- Perform equipment setup, calibration checks, cleaning (CIP/SIP), and routine maintenance on bioprocess equipment
- Follow batch records, SOPs, work instructions, and GMP documentation requirements
Qualifications
- 0-3 years of experience in a manufacturing or regulated laboratory setting
- Strong wet lab skills – cell culture, HPLC, UPLC, UV-Vis, Chromatography, Gel Electrophoresis, Pipetting, DNA/RNA extractions, PCR, protein concentration & other analytical chemistry lab techniques
- Experience with buffer and solution preparation in an academic or GMP setting
- Understanding of upstream/downstream operations and aseptic techniques
- Strong documentation, written communication skills and ability to work with a team
- Understanding of GMP manufacturing
- Bachelor’s degree in science related field
Pay
Salary: $50,000 - $62,000 annually, commensurate with experience
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision (through Cigna), 401k, Sick leave required as by law, PTO, Holidays