Biologist I

Biologist I – Cell Culture Development

Position Overview

Seeking a Biologist I / Cell Culture professional to support biologics development activities within the Cell Culture Development team. This is a hands-on laboratory role focused on mammalian CHO suspension cell culture, bench-scale bioreactor support, media preparation, and general laboratory operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support bench-scale bioreactor operations, including setup, calibration, sampling, troubleshooting, cleaning, and decontamination.
• Support ongoing CHO suspension cell cultures, including routine sampling and feeding activities.
• Prepare cell culture media and stock solutions.
• Perform sterile filtration and aseptic processing using bottle-top filters or peristaltic pumps.
• Perform routine calibration and verification of laboratory equipment, including:
• pH meters
• Cell counters
• Blood gas analyzers
• Other laboratory instruments
• Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and communicate problems to scientists or laboratory operations personnel.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, glassware, reagents, and consumables.
• Monitor inventory and ensure appropriate levels of laboratory supplies are maintained.
• Accurately record data in paper and electronic systems.
• Independently perform routine laboratory activities and weekend sampling/maintenance tasks.
• Work closely with scientists to communicate results, issues, and unexpected observations.
• Follow laboratory procedures, safety requirements, and documentation standards.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience working in an industrial laboratory or biotechnology/biopharmaceutical environment.
• Hands-on cell culture experience, preferably with CHO suspension cultures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures accurately.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a team.
• Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and willingness to learn.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work onsite Sunday through Thursday, 1st shift, including weekend laboratory support.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with 3L or other bench-scale bioreactors.
• Experience with bioreactor setup, sampling, calibration, troubleshooting, cleaning, or decontamination.
• Experience with media preparation, stock solutions, aseptic technique, or sterile filtration.
• Experience with shake flasks or other suspension culture systems.
• Experience with larger-scale bioreactor or manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment calibration and troubleshooting.