Scientist II Manufacturing

Position: Scientist II  Manufacturing
** Scientist II - Protein Purification*
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* Location:

** Carlsbad, CA

** Pay Rate:**  $37/hour

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* Employment Type:

** Contract

Seeking an experienced Scientist II to support protein purification and downstream processing in a controlled laboratory/manufacturing environment.

** Responsibilities:*
* + Perform protein purification using chromatography and FPLC systems.

+ Operate Cytiva ÄKTA (UNICORN) and/or Bio-Rad NGC systems.

+ Perform affinity, ion-exchange, and size-exclusion chromatography.

+ Execute tangential flow filtration (TFF), buffer preparation, and SDS-PAGE.

+ Analyze chromatograms, troubleshoot processes, and support process optimization.

+ Maintain accurate batch records, SOPs, and laboratory documentation.

+ Ensure compliance with GMP/Quality Management Systems and safety requirements.

** Requirements:*
* + Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or related field.

+ 3+ years of hands-on protein purification experience.

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** Strong hands-on experience with FPLC systems (ÄKTA or NGC) is required.*
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Experience with multiple chromatography techniques.

+ TFF and downstream processing experience preferred.

+ GMP/ISO 9001 or regulated laboratory experience preferred.

+ Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and Excel skills.

** Work Environment:*
* + Controlled laboratory/manufacturing environment.

+ Must be comfortable working in a +4°C cold room.

+ Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 20 lbs regularly.

+ Schedule flexibility may be required.

** Compensation: $37/hour*
* ** Pay Details:**  $37.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.  In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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+ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

+ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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