Job Title: Manufacturing Associate
Job Description

This role involves overseeing and optimizing upstream bioprocesses for the production of biologics, including cell culture and fermentation processes. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in biotech manufacturing, a solid understanding of bioprocess engineering, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards. In addition to manufacturing duties, the candidate will support process development in creating production processes for new synthetic biology-based cellular medicines. Other duties include process optimization and process scale-up.

Hard SkillsOperate and monitor upstream bioprocess equipmentSet-up and execute bioreactorsScale-up fermentationPerform cell cultureMedia preparationOptimize process parametersTroubleshoot upstream processesMaintain accurate recordsEnsure compliance with GMP and regulatory requirementsSoft SkillsCollaborate with cross-functional teamsCommunicate process changes and updatesPresent data at internal meetingsContribute to process improvement initiativesStay current with industry trendsJob Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 6 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Rockville, Maryland.

Work Environment

GMP environment, lab environment

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.

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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

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