Technician, GMP Production

About the role

CSBio is a peptide contract manufacturing firm founded in 1993. Initially specializing in automated synthesizers for cGMP production, we have since expanded to include a custom peptide facility, a Menlo Park, CA production site, and a new, state-of-the-art building for cGMP peptide production. In 2017, we were approved for commercial drug substance manufacturing, and in 2023, we added clinical production capacity in Milpitas, CA.

Responsibilities

• GMP Synthesis
• Execute batch production records or protocols for synthesis and cleavage processes with minimal supervision in a timely and efficient manner
• Analyze organic and inorganic compounds to determine chemical and physical properties
• Conduct research on manufactured products to develop and improve product quality
• Perform data analysis and review of data for accuracy and completeness
• GMP Purification
• Identify fully protected 20 amino acids batch by batch in terms of solubility and appearance
• Operate laboratory equipment and instruments including: HPLCs, centrifuges, freeze dryers, stir plates, lab balance, mass spectrometers, sonicators, vacuum ovens, N2 tanks, etc
• Record purification and other experiments on standardized forms
• Check analytical HPLC and mass of dissolved crude peptides properly
• ID target peptide peak by integration and mass spectrometry
• Other Duties
• Read work orders thoroughly and have a good understanding of instruction and specification of final products
• Prepare and label chemical solutions according to standard formulas
• Maintain a clean working environment and contribute to overall lab cleanliness

Requirements

• Able to work on Saturdays and/or Sundays
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Kaiser HMO or BlueShield PPO. Employer pays 90% for Employee and 75% for Employee's family)
• 401k 10% 1:1 match
• Paid time off policy. 10 days PTO
• Companywide paid holiday during: Week of July 4, Thanksgiving (2 days), Week of December 25
• Basic life ($20,000 paid by company) and supplemental life insurance (optional supplemental)
• Disability insurance 50% standard employer paid
• Carpool, clean air vehicle, and cell phone reimbursement
• Employee rewards and recognition program
• Company organized social events
• Quarterly sponsored team building activities