Lab Technician IV - Cell Culture Job Worcester area,Massachusetts USA,Research/Development

Overview

This position is in the Cell Culture Group of the Science and Technology Biologics Development and Launch (BDL) department at Abb Vie Bioresearch Center in Worcester, MA. The cell culture group is responsible for the development, scale‑up, and transfer of cell culture manufacturing processes for the production of biologics in pre‑clinical and clinical stages to enable the development of Abb Vie’s robust pipeline.

Responsibilities

Often acts as a facilitator and team leader.
Bioreactor Support

Activities:
- Support for 100+ 3‑L bioreactor systems
- Setup, calibration, troubleshooting and breakdown/decontamination
- Track & perform required maintenance
- Perform routine sampling of ongoing cultures
Media Preparation

Activities:
- Prepare stock solutions and media preps of cell culture media
- Filter sterilize and aliquot solutions aseptically
General Lab Support

Activities:
- Inventory, order, receive, and stock appropriate levels of raw materials and lab consumables
- Perform daily lab equipment calibration/verification checks – including pH meters, cell counters and biochemical analyzers
- Perform routine lab equipment/glassware cleaning and maintenance activities
- Data acquisition in paper and electronic systems
Weekend Support

Activities:
- Independently execute weekend requests for sampling and feeding of ongoing cultures
- Communicate issues to experiment owners and work to resolve issues
- Sunday team lead

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Biotechnology, Biology or related field + 3 years experience in a pharmaceutical industrial laboratory setting.
Strong attention to detail and work ethic.
Basic understanding of and interest in cell biology.
Works well as part of a team.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Benefits

Comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
Eligibility to participate in short‑term incentive programs.

Equal Opportunity

Abb Vie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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