**Manufacturing Scientist (Upstream)** Laboratory Middlesex County, NJ, US Pay Rate Low: 80000 | Pay Rate High: 100000 + Added - 28/01/2025 Apply for Job _Opportunity for an experienced Upstream Manufacturing Scientist (multiple levels) to continue their career in downstream/upstream manufacturing. This role will be with our client who has a global footprint in both R&D and manufacturing within the biopharma industry._ + **Location** - Middlesex County, NJ + **Terms:** Direct Hire + **Salary:** $80-100k/yr. **What you will be doing:** + Work closely with manufacturing associates and engineers to execute upstream batch processes. + Perform cell culture and bioreactor operations (single-use fed-batch bioreactors) across various scales. + Carry out harvest clarification processes using centrifuges and depth filters at multiple scales. + Ensure timely execution of engineering and clinical batches. + Develop equipment specifications and optimize manufacturing techniques. + Leverage programs to collect and analyze operational data, making real-time adjustments to products, instruments, and equipment. + Interpret and follow instructions in written, oral, diagrammatic, or scheduled formats. + Adhere to GMP standards in the manufacturing area and lead compliance with environmental health and safety regulations. + Review completed manufacturing and packaging batch records and supporting documentation. + Coordinate investigations and implement corrective actions for any issues identified during batch execution. + Perform additional duties as assigned. + Comply with all company policies and standards. **What you bring to the company:** + Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical, Biological, or Biochemical Sciences, with at least 3 years of relevant experience in the biopharmaceutical industry. + Proven expertise in independently designing, executing, analyzing, and documenting all phases of process development. + Strong foundational knowledge and subject matter expertise in executing both engineering and clinical batches. + Hands-on experience in GMP and aseptic manufacturing environments. + Familiarity with single-use manufacturing consumables, such as bags, tube sets, columns, and process manifolds.  Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team; excellent interpersonal skills. + Strong verbal and written communication skills, with advanced computer and organizational abilities. + High attention to detail and proficiency in basic software, including Word, Excel, and spreadsheets. + In-depth understanding of GMP batch manufacturing and packaging documentation, including audit and review procedures. + Knowledge of cleaning verification and validation processes. ** **_This job description is a complete list of all desired skills but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you**_** \#LI-DNP INDBH We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.