Process Development Associate I, Upstream

Company: AGC Biologics
Location: Longmont
Posted on: June 21, 2022

Job Description:

AGC Biologics is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization, with a deep commitment to improving life quality by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market. Because of our dedication to building and empowering our internal teams, AGC Biologics is an innovative leader in the industry with an extensive network of cGMP facilities in the US, Europe and Asia. As such, we deliver a deep expertise, dynamic solutions and technologies, as well as customized services for the scale-up and cGMP manufacturing of protein-based therapeutics. We forge exceptionally strong partnerships with our clients, and we never lose sight of our pledge to deliver a reliable and compliant drug substance supply, Right. On time. For more information, visit www.agcbio.com.SummaryThe Process Development Associate I will be part of a process development team responsible for developing robust, cost effective and well-characterized cell culture processes and purification for cell and gene therapy. The focus of this position is hands-on laboratory work.Principal Responsibilities

• Support upstream and downstream bench scale production to demonstrate process performance.
• Help to design and perform viral vector production and purification studies.
• Support process transfer and scale-up into the cGMP manufacturing facility.
• Assist with the assessment and implementation of new technologies for cell and gene therapy processing.
• Execute study protocols, analyze and assemble data, presentations and reports.
• May participate on cross functional project teams and in client interactions, as necessary.
• Support lab preparation activities including but not limited to glassware wash, autoclave, raw material management, media and buffer preparation.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Ability to assist in planning experiments, analyzing and interpreting results.
  • Careful attention to detail in record keeping, data analysis and reporting, and maintenance of a clean and orderly work area.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
  • May participate in and assist with internal meetings.
  • Strong inter-personal skills and the ability to work effectively as a productive member of a dynamic team.Education/Experience
    • B.S. Degree in Life Science/Biochemistry/Chemical Engineering or related field.
    • 0-2+ years of experience preferred with hands on process development or working in labs.Compensation Range$55,600-$66,700AGC Biologics offers a highly competitive compensation package and a friendly, collaborative culture that values personal initiative and professional achievement. AGC Biologics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

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