Spectraforce Technologies
Worcester, MA
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position Title: Biologist I
Work Location: 100 Research Drive,WO,Worcester,Massachusetts
Assignment Duration: 12 months
Work Schedule: Sunday to Thursday 9am – 530pm (Onsite).
Description Details:
Title: Cell Culture
This position is in the Cell Culture Group of the Science and Technology Biologics Development and Launch (BDL) department at Bioresearch Center in Worcester, MA. The cell culture group is responsible for the development, scale-up, and transfer of cell culture manufacturing processes for the production of biologics in pre-clinical and clinical stages to enable the development of ‘s robust pipeline. The candidate will be involved with all aspects of laboratory operations to support cell culture process development at bench scale. Under the supervision of a scientist, the candidate’s responsibilities will include:
* Bioreactor Support Activities:
* Support for 100+ 3 L bioreactor systems
* Setup, calibration, troubleshooting and breakdown/decontamination
* Track & and perform required maintenance
* Perform routine sampling of ongoing cultures
* Media Preparation Activities:
* Prepare stock solutions and media preps of cell culture media
* Filter sterilize and aliquot solutions aseptically
* General Lab Support Activities:
* Inventory, order, receive, and stock appropriate levels of raw materials and lab consumables
* Perform daily lab equipment calibration/verification checks- including pH meters, cell counters and biochemical analyzers
* Perform routine lab equipment/glassware cleaning and maintenance activities
* Data acquisition in paper and electronic systems
* Weekend Support Activities:
* Independently execute weekend requests for sampling and feeding of ongoing cultures
* Communicate issues to experiment owners and work to resolve issues
experience Details
Years of experience/education and/or certifications required: Associate’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, or related field preferred + Experience in a laboratory preferred
* What are the top 3-5 skills or requirements should this person have?
* Required Skill 1: Attention to detail
* Required Skill 2: Strong work ethic
* Required Skill 3: Basic understanding of and interest in cell biology
* Required Skill 4: Works well as part of a team
* Required Skill 5: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at [email protected] if you require reasonable accommodation.
Work Location: 100 Research Drive,WO,Worcester,Massachusetts
Assignment Duration: 12 months
Work Schedule: Sunday to Thursday 9am – 530pm (Onsite).
Description Details:
Title: Cell Culture
This position is in the Cell Culture Group of the Science and Technology Biologics Development and Launch (BDL) department at Bioresearch Center in Worcester, MA. The cell culture group is responsible for the development, scale-up, and transfer of cell culture manufacturing processes for the production of biologics in pre-clinical and clinical stages to enable the development of ‘s robust pipeline. The candidate will be involved with all aspects of laboratory operations to support cell culture process development at bench scale. Under the supervision of a scientist, the candidate’s responsibilities will include:
* Bioreactor Support Activities:
* Support for 100+ 3 L bioreactor systems
* Setup, calibration, troubleshooting and breakdown/decontamination
* Track & and perform required maintenance
* Perform routine sampling of ongoing cultures
* Media Preparation Activities:
* Prepare stock solutions and media preps of cell culture media
* Filter sterilize and aliquot solutions aseptically
* General Lab Support Activities:
* Inventory, order, receive, and stock appropriate levels of raw materials and lab consumables
* Perform daily lab equipment calibration/verification checks- including pH meters, cell counters and biochemical analyzers
* Perform routine lab equipment/glassware cleaning and maintenance activities
* Data acquisition in paper and electronic systems
* Weekend Support Activities:
* Independently execute weekend requests for sampling and feeding of ongoing cultures
* Communicate issues to experiment owners and work to resolve issues
experience Details
Years of experience/education and/or certifications required: Associate’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, or related field preferred + Experience in a laboratory preferred
* What are the top 3-5 skills or requirements should this person have?
* Required Skill 1: Attention to detail
* Required Skill 2: Strong work ethic
* Required Skill 3: Basic understanding of and interest in cell biology
* Required Skill 4: Works well as part of a team
* Required Skill 5: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
SPECTRAFORCE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Please contact Human Resources at [email protected] if you require reasonable accommodation.
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