Gene Therapy Scientist I

Job Description

The Scientist I is responsible for supporting all aspects of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and production in Clinical Manufacturing (CMF). Collaborating with the Manager of GMP Operations and staff, you will provide hands-on assistance for all day-to-day GMP production operations. This includes executing production processes, documentation, and maintaining facilities and equipment. You will support production efforts to deliver all products in a timely, compliant, and fiscally responsible manner by following appropriate practices, batch records, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing biological products.

ResponsibilitiesWork 50-75% in the lab on GMP-related research grade production, biology tissue culture-based work, and heavy solution preparation and assay management.Support paperwork and prepare for the next steps in the process (about 25% of the time).Collaborate with management and staff to cultivate and enact the strategic direction of the GMP area, including determining schedules and project timelines.Maintain materials inventory control to meet production goals.Operate and perform 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.Work closely with GMP Management to ensure continuous improvement objectives are identified and met using metrics and other statistical means.Involve in making and developing viruses and performing some Pd work.Essential SkillsBachelor's degree in a life science field, biochemistry, microbiology, or virology.Minimum of 1+ years of experience in the scientific industry from a GMP or GLP setting.Knowledge and understanding of aseptic technique, cell culture, liquid separation techniques, and fluid handling.Experience with mammalian or eukaryotic cells, which can be from hands-on lab experience in school.About Actalent

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