Gene Therapy Scientist Scientist II We are currently hiring for a level II Scientist role within the Plasmids department for a large Gene Therapy manufacturing company here in the Columbus, Ohio area! An ideal candidate for this role will have a Bachelors' Degree in a Scientific field and at least 3+ years of industry laboratory experience that includes cell based work (ideally working with mammalian or eukaryotic cells of some kind). Job Description The Scientist II is responsible for supporting all aspects of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and production in the Clinical Manufacturing (CMF). Working in collaboration with the Manager of Plasmids Operations and staff, the Scientist II will provide hands-on assistance for all day-to-day Plasmid Core production operations, including execution of production processes, documentation, as well as facility and equipment maintenance. A Scientist II will support production efforts to deliver all products in a timely, compliant, and fiscally responsible fashion by following appropriate practices, batch records, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing biological products. Responsibilities + Support Plasmids resources and supply chain by ordering and maintaining materials inventory to meet production goals. + Support daily operational activities related to the GMP manufacturing of biological products by ensuring the availability of materials with the proper documentation surrounding GMP activities. + Work closely with Plasmids management to ensure continuous improvement objectives are identified and met using metrics and other statistical means. + Operate and perform the calibration, validation, and cleaning of all facility equipment and systems as specified in SOPs. + Assist in process documentation review, revision, remediation, and process change controls. Qualifications + Bachelor's or Master's degree in Life Science field. + 3+ years of experience working in Aseptic Processing, Cell Culture, or GMP. + Experience in Drug Compounding, Drug Manufacturing, or Food Manufacturing/FDA preferred. + Prior cell-based experience (either mammalian cell or eukaryotic cell) preferred. + Knowledge and understanding of aseptic technique, cell culture, and liquid separation techniques preferred. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $28.00 Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Dec 30, 2024. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.