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Scientist I

South San Francisco, CA 94080

Posted: 04/22/2024 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 605147 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


Target PR Range: 34-44/hr
*Depending on experience

· Perform routine tasks such as media/buffer preparation, thawing of cryopreserved cells, cell culture passaging, aseptic sampling and banking competently and independently to support ongoing projects in cell culture lab

· Take routine analytical measurements for cell growth, gas-content analysis, pH, osmolality, nutrient and metabolite measurements and HPLC analysis of monoclonal antibody titers

· Utilize technical expertise and available information to troubleshoot and resolve operational hurdles when encountered and adapt protocols as necessary

· Collaborate across CMC functions to optimize bioprocess parameters for the production of difficult-to-manufacture biologics

· Execute high-throughput fed batch and batch experiments and perform data analysis of the same

· Able to maintain a “can-do” attitude to complete innovative projects while being flexible in work priorities based on business needs

· Perform tasks with rigorous attention to detail consistently. Prioritize tasks and contribute to a highly motivated and productive team with a sense of urgency and desire to meet project timelines

· Accurately document, critically analyze/interpret data and communicate the results promptly through various electronic means

· Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials

· Must be comfortable with physical activities of constant standing, walking, and sitting with arm stretching into biosafety cabinets for cell culture work and occasionally lifting 50Ibs.

· Strong interpersonal skills to thrive in a team environment

Experience Qualifications

· BS in Biological Sciences or Chemical/Biochemical Engineering or related field with typically 0-3 years of industry experience; or, MS with no additional experience

· Prior experience in bioreactor operation and cell culture media preparation is a must

· Industry experience in sterile fermentation techniques preferably mammalian cell culture

· Experience in single use mammalian cell culture tools employed in bioprocess development, including but not limited to deep well plates, shake flasks, ambr250s, stirred tank reactors

· Excellent aseptic techniques and familiarity with principles of sterilization/disinfection.

· Familiar with general troubleshooting techniques and implementation of quality controls in developmental lab

· Experience with process development, optimization, and troubleshooting

· Experience in setting up high throughput experiments in both fed batch and batch modes, and comfortable with automation and manual operation when needed.

· Comfortable with practical considerations needed to successfully scale up conditions tested in high throughput systems to larger scales

· Excellent communication skills and experience using collaborative cloud-based technologies to in a hybrid working environment.

· Basic knowledge on biological data collection and analysis tools (GraphPad Prism, HPLCs, Blood gas analyzers, metabolite analyzers) and computer applications such as MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.

· Able to maintain instrumentation, inventory and cleanliness of a developmental lab to create a safe, effective and efficient scientific working environment.

· Familiarity with the use of single use mammalian cell culture technologies such as deep well plates, shake flasks, ambr250s, stirred tank bioreactors

The staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.

Planet Pharma and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at Planet Pharma, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma.