Laboratory Technician - Virus Operations

Role Summary

The successful candidate will operate within a manufacturing laboratory environment, specializing in mammalian cell culture practices and techniques. Key responsibilities include laboratory operations, compliance with GMP documentation, and ensuring safety and product quality. The role supports production of viral antigens in a controlled laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Production Operations: Execute processes and operate equipment essential for the production of bulk viral antigens.
• Cell Culture Practices: Apply advanced cell culture techniques pertinent to viral and antibody production.
• Downstream Processing: Operate and manage equipment for downstream processing of production bulk fluids, including tangential flow filtration, hollow-fiber filtration, and sterile filtration.
• Equipment Maintenance: Utilize expertise in bioreactors, fermentors, and support equipment to identify and resolve mechanical issues, ensuring optimal equipment performance.
• Compliance and Documentation: Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) by accurately understanding, following, and completing all necessary process documentation.
• Safety and Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain rigorous safety policies related to biological and chemical materials and equipment, safeguarding personnel, and ensuring product quality.

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred: BS in Biological Sciences or additional coursework in biological sciences.
• Experience: Preference given to candidates with relevant experience in biological production and/or aseptic manufacturing.
• Preferred: Familiarity with mammalian cell culture practices and techniques; strong communication and interpersonal abilities; basic mechanical operations and troubleshooting.

Skills

• Mechanical and Troubleshooting Skills: Basic proficiency in mechanical operations and troubleshooting.
• Cell Culture Expertise: Familiarity with mammalian cell culture practices and techniques.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication abilities.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient computer skills and working knowledge of the metric system.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required. BS in Biological Sciences or related coursework preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Physical Position Requirements: Potential exposure to chemicals, fumes, odors, noise, live steam, temperature fluctuations, and biohazards. Continuous standing and ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Vaccinations may be required.