Associate Scientist – Biology (Downstream Process)
Genesis10
Foster City, CA
JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$41.22 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Temporary, Contractor, Full-time
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Biochemistry, Biological Processes, Biology, Botany, Chemical Engineering, Chromatography, Clinical Laboratory, Column Chromatography, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Customer Support/Service, Data Processing, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Healthcare, Inventory Management, Laboratory, Laboratory Management, Laboratory Operations, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Pilot Plant, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Analysis, Process Development, Resin, Systems/Internals Programming, Team Player, Technical Writing, Unicorn Library Management System
LOCATION
Foster City, CA
POSTED
3 days ago
Summary:
This role will join a Biologics Pilot Lab and contribute directly to the development, scaleup, and pilot-scale production of early and late-stage biologic programs for a leading Biopharmaceutical Company. You will execute downstream purification operations, support upstream activities as needed, and help advance programs that are central to our client's biologics pipeline. This position is ideal for candidates who are hands-on in the lab, collaborative, and excited to work on fast-moving development efforts.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and execute downstream purification and scale-up activities including filtration, chromatography, and buffer preparation
- Support upstream operations as needed to ensure seamless end-to-end process execution
- Monitor, analyze, and interpret process and performance data; prepare clear summaries of findings as appropriate
- Maintain laboratory readiness, including equipment maintenance, analytical instrument upkeep, consumable inventory management, and general lab support
- Present data, results, and conclusions in group meetings and cross-functional discussions
- Communicate technical information clearly and effectively to colleagues at varying levels
- Work with a team-oriented, collaborative, and solutions-focused mindset
- Maintain a strong safety focus in all laboratories and pilot operations
- AA/AS degree with 2+ years of relevant industry experience (purification techniques), or BS/BE in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or related discipline with 1+ year of relevant experience
- Hands-on experience with downstream purification operations, including centrifugation, chromatography, TFF, and depth filtration
- Proficiency with AKTA systems and UNICORN programming
- Practical experience in chromatography column operations, including resin packing and unpacking at various scales (e.g. 4.4 to 30 cm internal diameter columns)
- Strong verbal communication, technical writing, and documentation skills
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and in a dynamic environment
- Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable with scientific problem solving
- This is a 100% onsite role in Foster City, CA
- Occasional weekend hours will be required
- Experience in pilot plant operations for biologics in a single-use facility
- Familiarity with Process Development and/or current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), technology transfer, plant operations, and bioprocess scaleup principles
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW)
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab, and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise, and a commitment to quality, speed, and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
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About the Company
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Genesis10
Genesis10 is a professional technology services firm that operates under the brand names Genesis10, Dev10 and New Journey.
- Genesis10 focuses on IT and business roles at Fortune 500 companies throughout the U.S.
- Dev10 provides entry-level professionals paid programming instruction to work on compelling projects at great companies as a Software Developer or Data Professional.
- New Journey focuses on placing individuals in non-IT roles.
Our team of experienced recruiters can help you find the ideal job to help your build your career. We care about people. We care about you.
COMPANY SIZE
2,000 to 2,499 employeesINDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1999
WEBSITE
https://www.genesis10.com