Cell Culture Associate

Job Description

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a client facing environment.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and a positive attitude
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Maintains mammalian cell lines
• Gathers data and documents test results.
• Complies with all pertinent regulatory agency requirements.
• Participates in required training activities.
• Maintains laboratory supplies.
• Maintains laboratory purchased reagents, equipment, and supplies through ordering, login, inventory, and stocking. Determines and responds to material alert levels or provides stability study metrics as required.
• Completes laboratory documentation and reviews logbook data.
• Calibrates or verifies calibration of instruments/devices prior to use.
• Coordinates sample and reagent transfers/shipments, verifying integrity of received materials.
• Interacts with outside customers or functional peer groups.
• May write and revise reports, qualifications, and procedures.
• May be responsible for maintaining a specific project.
• May devise or develop new analytical methods and techniques.
• May assist in validation of methods.
• May be involved in establishing the transfer of methodology from R&D.
• Continuously drive to improve processes for improved performance using Lean & 5s

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related field.
• Experience with maintenance of cell lines and aseptic technique
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Effective time management skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to gather and generate data.
• Experience with GMP preferred
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
• Level will be determined based on relevant education and/or experience

Additional Information

Position is full-time, 1st shift, Sunday-Thursday and Tuesday-Saturday openings. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Rensselaer, NY and the surrounding areas are encouraged to apply.

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays