Madison, Wisconsin, USA
47 days ago
Production Scientist 2 - Protein Purification
OUR TEAM: The Protein Purification Team at Promega is composed of eight scientists dedicated to manufacturing proteins critical to our life science products, which are instrumental in enhancing global health. Our team thrives in a state-of-the-art facility that supports cutting-edge research and development. We foster an inclusive and supportive environment where every team member's contributions are valued. We are committed to maintaining a healthy work-life balance, understanding that our team's well-being is essential to our success. If you are a highly motivated scientist, attentive to detail, enjoy facing challenges, and thrive in a collaborative team setting, you could be an excellent fit for our dynamic production environment. YOUR ROLE: As a vital member of our Protein Purification Team, you will engage in the manufacture of a diverse array of proteins essential to Promega’s broad product portfolio. Your role will involve conducting meticulous QC assays to verify that these proteins adhere to stringent quality specifications and perform effectively. In addition to your core manufacturing duties, you will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify and resolve production challenges, drive process enhancements, and contribute to the launch of innovative new products. This role offers a unique opportunity to directly impact both the quality of our products and the efficiency of our processes, ensuring that we continue to meet the evolving needs of the communities we serve. CORE DUTIES: 1. Manufactures a variety of products to meet product specifications. Follows production schedules to ensure on-time delivery of finished product. 2. Performs assays to ensure that products meet existing quality control requirements. This includes evaluation of raw materials when necessary. Save 3. Understands quality requirements that relate to work area. Demonstrates good documentation practices and consistently produces quality products and documentation. Follows existing policies for data recording and record keeping. 4. Assists with writing, reviewing, and revising manufacturing and QC protocols for clarity, appropriate technical content, process improvements, scale-up, and/or raw material changes. 5. Designs experiments to problem solve and improve existing manufacturing and QC processes. 6. Assists with and follows project plans and experimental design with assistance. Provides data or information to others in work area and assists in implementation activities for own products. 7. May assist on multidisciplinary product improvement or development teams by providing information and technical support to meet team goals. Interacts as needed with Marketing, QA, and R&D personnel to identify customer requirements for new products and process improvements. 8. Demonstrates inclusion through their own words and actions and is accountable for a safe workspace. Acts with kindness, curiosity and respect for others. 9. Embraces and is open to incorporating Promega’s 6 Emotional & Social Intelligence (ESI) core principles in daily work. 10. Understands and complies with ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements applicable to our business. KEY QUALIFICATIONS: 1. A.D., B.S., or M.S. degree in a scientific discipline (e.g. Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology). Degree and 3+ years of postgraduate lab experience in industrial manufacturing operations as reflected in a proven record of accomplishment in the Core Duties of this position are used to determine qualification. 2. Documented record of accomplishment in experimental design and problem solving relevant to this position. 3. Documented record of organizational and multi-tasking skills; ability to effectively work on several projects and/or products. 4. Ability to interpret and communicate scientific results and interact productively with others on the team. 5. Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. 6. Ability to use a computer/Microsoft Office applications. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Prior industry experience. 2. Experience with ISO 9001 or cGMP Quality System requirements (e.g. complaint investigation, nonconformance, change control). 3. Experience with use of computers for collection and analysis of experimental data. 4. Is a self-starter, creative, and capable of initiating and implementing methods to accomplish the requirements of this position. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 1. Ability to work at a laboratory bench for extended periods of time. 2. Ability to work with hazardous materials (e.g. chemicals, radioactivity, electrical equipment) so as not to endanger oneself or others. 3. Ability to use standard laboratory protective equipment. At Promega, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive workplace. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
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