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Associate Scientist, Media Development and Services

Employer
Just - Evotec Biologics
Location
Seattle, WA, United States
Start date
May 27, 2021

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Discipline
Science/R&D, Biotechnology
Required Education
Bachelors Degree
Position Type
Full time
Hotbed
BioForest
Just is seeking a motivated and hardworking team member who desires a significant opportunity to improve worldwide access to biotherapeutics. This person will join a fast-paced, collaborative, and multidisciplinary team to supply and support cell culture media preparation in a research and development lab. The successful candidate will be an integral part of our media development activities and has experience in cell physiology and mammalian cell culture, as well as meticulous laboratory skills. The position requires significant attention to detail, self-motivation, and an understanding of sterile technique and solution preparation. Knowledge of cell metabolism and/or complex chemical mixture properties and mixing behaviors is a plus. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively over teleconference and web-based meetings, are necessary. The ideal candidate is curious, creative, engaged, works well independently and in teams, and constantly looks for ways to improve processes and technology.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop and perform cell culture assays to test media formulations
  • Develop and prepare novel media and feed formulations for use in cell culture experiments
  • Maintain analytical equipment and shared lab space
  • Support client projects and other lab functions as needed
  • Research and evaluate new technologies

Preferred qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in biology, biochemistry, bioengineering or a related field
  • Experience with cell culture or fermentation
  • Experience preparing cell growth media or buffer solutions
  • Understanding/experience in aseptic technique
  • Experience with Microsoft Office or Google Drive Suite applications
  • Ability to lift 35 pounds

Pluses:
  • Experience with mammalian cell media or cultures
  • Experience with solution preparation in a manufacturing or regulated environment
  • An understanding of design of experiments and related statistical analysis
  • Working knowledge of statistical software (JMP, SAS, R) or programming languages (Python)

About Just - Evotec Biologics

Just - Evotec Biologics, wholly-owned by Evotec SE, is a unique platform company that integrates the design, engineering, development, and manufacture of biologics. With deep experience in the fields of protein, process and manufacturing sciences, the Just team came together to solve the scientific and technical hurdles that block access to life-changing protein therapeutics; from the design of therapeutic molecules to the design of the manufacturing plants used to produce them. Just's focus is to create access and value for a global market through scientific and technological innovation. Our state-of-the-art labs and cGMP clinical manufacturing plant are co-located in Seattle's South Lake Union neighborhood - the center of Seattle's medical, global health, and technology industries and a noted top emerging life science hub in the U.S. Our fast-growing team of 200 employees is expanding Just's innovative platform and footprint - building our first North American J.POD® commercial manufacturing facility in the Seattle area. For job opportunities, learn more at www.just.bio/careers

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