Lab Associate

Description:

Monitor and requisition or initiate in-house production of raw materials and supplies required to meet production schedules.

Assure the proper use, cleaning, sanitization, maintenance, validation, calibration and certification of required equipment as appropriate.

Understand and apply the concepts of aseptic technique.

Generate and record all data and observations as required and complete all necessary calculations in compliance with company policies.

Immediately notify supervisor or manager of any deviation from written production document or SOP.

Maintain accurate data sheets, records, and logs in compliance with SOPs, OSHA requirements, and quality system requirements.

Audit own paperwork daily for corrections, missing, and/or incomplete information.

Perform routine laboratory maintenance and lab management including ordering of materials, cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment, cleaning lab area, environmental monitoring, and filling out proper paperwork.

Assist, as required, in investigations for all product or process non-conformances including deviations, OOS, CAPA, or complaints.

Assist in procedure reviews and document correction/improvement processes.

Troubleshoot and mitigate any observed issues with resources, schedule, procedure, or product quality collaborating with appropriate departments, supervisors, or manager to adhere to company goals.

Independently complete all training as assigned and read/respond to daily company correspondences as required.

Other duties as assigned.

Skills:

biology, aseptic technique, chemistry, science, gmp, quality control, titration, qa, qc testing, ph testing, quality assurance, aseptic technique, microbiology, virus, bacteria, protein purification

Top Skills Details:

biology, aseptic technique,chemistry,science

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Exhibits ability to understand theory and critical parameters associated with assigned upstream and downstream bioprocessing of virus, antibody, and recombinant protein products.

Understands and perform general laboratory techniques and procedures especially related to protein expression, virus propagation and purification. Previous experience with balances, pH meters, conductivity meters, spectrophotometers, FPLCs, and bioreactors preferred.

Ability to organize, analyze, and report generated scientific data.

Ability to read, understand, and follow all company production procedures, SOPs, and guidelines.

Understand and apply aseptic technique.

Rapidly adapts to changing priorities, effectively manages own time.

Strong organizational skills, able to impact change and drive it.

Proficient in technical writing, concise and accurate oral and written reporting of analytical and technical data and observations.

Proficient understanding of math and data fitting procedures. Must be able to convert between units of measurement and perform step by step arithmetic calculations.

Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality requirements.

Must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting.

Exhibits problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

Proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a relevant scientific discipline such as Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Protein Chemistry etc.

Associates degree or High school diploma/GED and 3 years of bioprocessing experience in a GMP facility is minimal requirement.

Previous manufacturing or assembly experience in a quality regulated environment is desirable.

Previous experience operating bioreactors, fermenters, FPLC systems, and TFF systems desirable.

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level

About Actalent:

Actalent connects passion with purpose. Our scalable talent solutions and services capabilities drive value and results and provide the expertise to help our customers achieve more. Every day, our experts around the globe are making an impact. We’re supporting critical initiatives in engineering and sciences that advance how companies serve the world. Actalent promotes consultant care and engagement through experiences that enable continuous development. Our people are the difference. Actalent is an operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.