Upstream Cell Culture Technician Shifts; cGMP

About This Role

Our factories run 24/7 operations. Our manufacturing teams work 12‑hour shifts—either days or nights—on a 2‑2‑3 calendar rotation. This role follows that rotation on days (6:00AM–6:00

PMET). The manufacturing associates perform processing steps and manufacturing support activities in our Large Scale Manufacturing facility in Research Triangle Park (RTP). These teams are the backbone of our operations and play a critical role in delivering therapies to patients who need them.

The primary focus of this position is on Upstream Cell Culture operations within a clean, cGMP governed environment.

• Work in and help maintain a safe working environment.
• Perform and monitor critical upstream processes and troubleshoot operational and equipment problems.
• Help maintain cleanliness and audit readiness of the process area.
• Perform, document, and review cGMP manufacturing activities according to SOPs, solution lot records, and batch production records—both paper and electronic.
• Perform in‑process sampling and analysis (pH, osmolarity, cell counts, etc.).
• Conduct production and filtration activities within upstream bioreactor processing.

Pay Range: $25.96–$34.13 per hour.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, STEM preferred, with at least 0.5 years of direct experience.
• A Bio Works Certificate or associate’s degree, STEM preferred, with at least 1 year of direct experience.
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) with at least 1.5 years of direct experience.
• Previous experience in a cGMP environment.
• Demonstrated ability to follow SOPs and adhere to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Experience or understanding of working in an aseptic or cleanroom environment.
• Understanding of process automation and software systems (e.g., DeltaV, LIMS, etc.).
• Previous pipetting experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment (preferred).

Pay Range: $31.25–$40.87 per hour.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, STEM preferred, with at least 2 years of direct experience.
• A Bio Works Certificate or associate’s degree, STEM preferred, with at least 2.5 years of direct experience.
• High School Diploma (or equivalent) with at least 3 years of direct experience.
• Previous experience in a cGMP environment.
• Demonstrated ability to follow SOPs and adhere to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Experience working in an aseptic or cleanroom environment.
• Understanding of process automation and software systems (e.g., DeltaV, LIMS, etc.).
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills on incubators, laminar flow hoods, bioreactors, and single-use systems.

• Ability to climb ladders, work in tight spaces, and lift or move equipment up to 50lbs.
• Must be comfortable working in cleanroom environments with required gowning and able to stand for up to 3 hours at a time.

Entry Level

The base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors, including relevant skills, experience, job location, and internal equity. Regular employees are eligible for short‑term and long‑term incentives, including cash bonuses and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize future potential based on individual, business unit, and company performance.

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Fitness and wellness programs, including a fitness reimbursement.
• Short‑and long‑term disability insurance.
• A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation plus additional end‑of‑year shutdown time off (Dec
  26–Dec
  31).
• Up to 12 company‑paid holidays plus 3 paid days off for personal significance.
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year.
• Paid maternity and parental leave benefit.
• 401(k) program participation with company‑matched contributions.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year.
• Employee Resource Groups participation.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. Biogen is an E‑Verify Employer in the United States.