Lab Technician (Pharmaceutical)
Location: Novato, CA (On-Site)
Pay Rate: $28.00-$32.20/HR
Shift: Thursday - Saturday 6pm - 7am (Alternating Wednesdays Off).
Applicants must be open to overnight shift. Shifts will look like 4 x 10 hour shift, 3 x 12 and 4 x 12 hour shift depending on workload. Manufacturing operations are 24/7, so this requires multiple off shift coverage.
Our client, a global leader in biotechnology and innovation of therapies for rare and genetic diseases and life-threatening conditions is seeking wet lab manufacturing associates to work in a close-knit team-based setting. Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k benefits are provided.
Job Duties: Learn biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes including mammalian cell culture, depth filtration, tangential flow filtration, column chromatography, protein purification, and formulation of bulk drug substance
- Operate large scale bioprocess equipment for the Cell Culture and Purifications operations.
- Prepare buffer and media solutions.
- Gain experience with automation systems (LIMS, MES, PI, etc.)
- Work with PCR, Gel Electrophoresis, and Western Blot Techniques
Education & Experience:Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or degree that had lab requirements OR
- Associate degree in a science-related area or Biotech certificate with 2+ years of experience in a Biotech manufacturing environment or other regulated industry
- PCR experience is a plus
- Prior undergrad experience in a lab or research setting is a plus