Manufacturing Associate II, Cell Culture (Days

Position: Manufacturing Associate II, Cell Culture (Days)
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.

Shift Details:
This role follows a 2-2-3 calendar rotation on days (6:00 AM – 6:00 PM ET)
Internal Shift Details:
Black Days rotating schedule

Our Manufacturing Associates perform processing steps and manufacturing support activities in our Drug Substance facility in Research Triangle Park (RTP). These teams are the backbone of our operations – each playing a critical role in delivering our therapies to the patients who need them.

Our teams are organized by the steps in the biomanufacturing process that they operate in; including – Upstream (Cell Culture), Downstream (Purification), and Media & Solution Preparation. Manufacturing Associates perform these critical steps in a clean environment governed by Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).This role’s primary focus is on Upstream Cell Culture operations .What You’ll DoPrepare bioreactors by executing automated CIP/SIP recipes using DeltaVPerform filtration, centrifugation, and harvest operations

Standardize and calibrate pH and DO probes during bioreactor preparation

Perform inoculation of bioreactors across multiple scales

Support cell growth operations, including media feeds and process additions

Conduct routine sampling and in-process testing to monitor product quality

Standardize and maintain laboratory and manufacturing equipment, including:

Vi-Cell Blu/XROsmometerpH meters

Rapid Point BGAConductivity meters

Biosafety cabinets

Small-scale centrifuges

Accurately document activities in accordance with cGMP and SOP requirements

Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant manufacturing environment

Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, MSAT, Quality, and Engineering teams

Who You Are You’re driven by a mission to save lives and bring a deep sense of purpose to the work you do. Biomanufacturing is complex, and you thrive in fast-paced environments where learning agility, problem-solving, and adaptability are essential.

Required Skills for a Manufacturing Associate II: $23.56 - $30.77 Pay Range The following combination of academic and/or relevant experience may be considered:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, STEM preferred and 0+ years of direct experienceA Bio Works Certificate or associate's degree, STEM preferred and 0+ years of direct experienceA High School Diploma (or equivalent) and at minimum of .5 years of direct experience

Previous experience in a GxP environment

Ability to follow SOPs and work effectively on shift schedules

Demonstrated documentation and data integrity skills

Understanding of aseptic technique and cleanroom practices is preferred

Job Level: Entry Level Additional Information The base compensation range for this role is: $23.56-$30.77

Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company  addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being ;

including, but not limited to:

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances

Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement

Short- and Long-Term Disability insuranceA minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 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

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