Associate MSAT Engineer Job Vancouver area,BC Canada,Engineering

Position: Associate MSAT Engineer (12-month contract)

From target to the clinic. AbCellera’s platform integrates biology, computation, and engineering to develop impactful antibody-based medicines. We’re scientists, engineers, and business professionals who work together to turn scientific insights into breakthrough medicines. We pursue truth and scientific rigor. We think independently, act with conviction, and have the courage to work at the edge of the unknown. We offer the opportunity to stretch and explore, and to work on things that matter.

We are looking for a highly motivated and dynamic Associate MSAT Engineer to join our Manufacturing Science Team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Working within the Clinical Manufacturing team, you will contribute to the initial manufacturing activities at AbCellera’s new GMP clinical monoclonal antibody manufacturing facility.

How you might spend your days

Performing data collection, analysis, and trending for manufacturing batches (e.g., bioreactor, chromatography, and filtration steps)

Supporting execution and documentation of process characterization, scale-up, or troubleshooting studies

Participating in deviation investigations and supporting root cause analysis

Maintaining and organizing process monitoring databases and dashboards

Collaborating with Manufacturing, QA, and Process Development teams to transfer knowledge and support batch readiness activities

Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., process robustness, yield improvement, or documentation efficiency)

We'd love to hear from you if

You have 2+ years of related work experience in bioprocess development within a GMP manufacturing setting

You have a BSc in Engineering (Mechanical, Biomedical, Chemical, or Industrial) or Life Sciences (Biotech, Pharmaceutical Sciences)

You are strongly self-motivated and are able to identify project needs and follow that up with building and implementing solutions

You have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively as a member of cross-functional team

You have excellent documentation and communication skills, as well as strong attention to detail

You are able to learn new technologies and platforms quickly, accurately, and efficiently

You are enthusiastic about applying your expertise to biopharmaceutical manufacturing; prior experience in a pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment would be considered an asset

What we offer

AbCellera’s hiring range for this role is CAD $57,000 - $71,154 annually, commensurate with your education and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer annual bonus dependent on team and company performance, and a 6% (non-match) RRSP contribution.

You will have a CAD $1,500 annual Active Lifestyle Allowance, annual vacation, professional development opportunities, and comprehensive health benefits. Scientific and technical mentorship is a priority. And you’ll find we prioritize teams and social groups to build community and connections across AbCellera.

About Ab Cellera

AbCellera is a global company focused on delivering breakthrough medicines that alleviate suffering, extend lives, and improve health. Our platform includes fully integrated capabilities to create first-in-class and best-in-class antibody medicines, from discovery to clinical manufacturing.

We are using our technological advantage to develop programs across multiple indications including endocrine and metabolic conditions, oncology, and inflammation and autoimmunity. We’re advancing programs involving complex transmembrane proteins, bispecifics, and antibody drug conjugates.

Creating medicines is the most important work we can do. When tenacious people share a vision and work together, they can truly have a positive impact. That’s why we hire for character and intelligence, not just for CVs or experience.

We look for people with drive and energy. People we trust. People who need to know their days are being well spent. That their work really matters. In the end, our success will be measured by the impact of our medicines.

To apply

Please submit your application through our website and refer to Job in your cover letter. We apologize in advance, but we receive a large volume of applications and are only able to contact those who are selected for an interview.


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