GMP Scientist II

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GMP Scientist IIJob Description

The GMP Scientist II is responsible for supporting all aspects of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and production in the Clinical Manufacturing Facility (CMF). This role involves collaborating with the Manager of GMP Operations and staff to provide hands‑on assistance for day‑to‑day GMP production operations, including executing production processes, documentation, as well as facility and equipment maintenance.

• Engage in 50-75% lab work focusing on GMP research‑grade production, biology tissue culture‑based work, and heavy solution preparation and assay management.
• Support production efforts to deliver all products in a timely, compliant, and fiscally responsible manner by following appropriate practices, batch records, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing biological products.
• Collaborate with management and staff to cultivate and enact the strategic direction of the GMP area, including the determination of schedule and project timelines/capabilities.
• Maintain GMP resources and supply chain, including materials inventory control, to meet production goals.
• Operate and perform calibration, validation, and cleaning of all facility equipment and systems as specified in SOPs.
• Assist in process documentation review, revision, remediation, and process change controls.
• Collaborate closely with GMP Management to ensure continuous improvement objectives are identified and met using metrics and other statistical means.
• Participate in virus making and development, including some pilot development work.

• Proficiency in GMP, tissue culture, virology, biology, cell culture, solution preparation, microbiology, mammalian cell culture, eukaryote, PCR, and assay management.
• Bachelor’s degree in a life science field, biochemistry, microbiology, or virology.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in the scientific industry from a GMP or GLP setting.
• Knowledge and understanding of aseptic technique, cell culture, liquid separation techniques, and/or fluid handling.
• Experience with mammalian or eukaryotic cells, obtained through hands‑on lab experience, even during school.
• Chromatography experience.
• Experience in making solutions and buffers.
• Alliquoting experience.
• Understanding and experience with cell culture, transfections, suspension cells, or adherent cells.
• Knowledge of GMP or bioprocessing.

• Purification technique experience is a plus.

The team culture is very team‑oriented, comprising a diverse group of individuals that continues to grow. The current team of 23 people is expected to expand significantly by the end of the year. Collaboration is essential as no work or testing can be done alone.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $33.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 3, 2026.

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