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GMP Scientist I
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Job Description
The Scientist I will support all aspects of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and production within the Clinical Manufacturing (CMF) environment. This role involves hands-on assistance in day-to-day GMP production operations, including the execution of production processes, documentation, and the maintenance of facilities and equipment. The position is vital in ensuring that production efforts deliver products in a timely, compliant, and fiscally responsible manner by adhering to appropriate practices, batch records, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing biological products.
Responsibilities
- Perform 50-75% of work in the lab, focusing on GMP research-grade production, biology tissue culture, and solution preparation.
- Support paperwork and preparation for subsequent production steps, comprising about 25% of duties.
- Collaborate with management and staff to develop and implement the strategic direction for the GMP area, including scheduling and project timelines.
- Maintain GMP resources and supply chain by managing 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 reviewing, revising, remediating, and controlling process documentation changes.
- Collaborate closely with GMP Management to ensure continuous improvement objectives are identified and achieved using metrics and statistical methods.
- Engage in virus development and some process development (Pd) work.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in GMP, tissue culture, virology, biology, cell culture, solution preparation, and microbiology.
- Experience with mammalian and eukaryotic cell cultures, including PCR and assay management.
- Bachelor's degree in a life science field, biochemistry, microbiology, or virology.
- Minimum of 1 years of experience in the scientific industry from a GMP or GLP setting.
- Knowledge of aseptic techniques, cell culture, liquid separation techniques, and fluid handling.
- Hands-on experience with mammalian or eukaryotic cells, potentially from academic labs.
- Experience in chromatography, solution, and buffer preparation.
- Experience in aliquoting and understanding of cell culture, transfections, suspension, or adherent cells.
- Knowledge of GMP or bioprocessing.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in purification techniques.
- Previous GMP experience is advantageous.
Work Environment
The work culture is highly team-oriented, comprising a diverse group of individuals. The team currently consists of 23 members and is expected to grow by the end of the year. Successful candidates must be able to work well with others, as tasks and testing cannot be conducted independently.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Dublin,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 18, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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