Cell Culture Scientist/ Cell Culture Associate

Job Title: Cell Culture Scientist/ Cell Culture Associate

Location: Berkeley, CA, 94710

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: -Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Onsite

Shift: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Pay rate: $40.00-$40.00

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. This client is a German multinational Pharmaceutical and biotechnology company and one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world, headquartered in Leverkusen, and areas of business include pharmaceuticals; consumer healthcare products, agricultural chemicals, seeds and biotechnology products.

Job Description:

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• List the primary job duties and responsibilities using headings and then give examples of the types of activities under each heading.
• Collaborate with a team of scientists
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to follow verbal and written procedures.
• Cell Culture Operations
• Perform aseptic techniques for culturing iPSCs, ESCs, and CHO cell lines.
• Execute cell thawing, passaging, and harvesting for both cell therapy and mAb production projects.
• Conduct basic analytical tasks, including cell counts and monitoring metabolites and gases during passages.
• Bioreactor Cultures
• Set up bioreactors, perform inoculation, and conduct daily sampling.
• Make necessary adjustments such as feeding and probe calibration.
• Media and Solution Preparation
• Prepare media, feeds, and solutions required for bioreactor cultures.
• Data Management
• Accurately record and transfer experimental data into appropriate databases.
• Lab Maintenance
• Perform daily and monthly lab maintenance activities, including cleaning biological safety cabinets (BSCs) and incubators.
• Conduct daily equipment calibrations to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
• Flexibility
• Availability for weekend and off-hours work as required.

REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES

Education Requirement(s):

• Candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related field
• Higher degree optional

Skill & Competency Requirements:

• (list 3 to 5 non-negotiable items such as years of experience, industry of preference, specific knowledge items, professional certifications, skills, abilities, etc.)
• Proficient in basic aseptic techniques and fundamental laboratory skills (e.g., accurate pipetting).
• Experienced in mammalian cell culture, including work under a laminar flow hood and familiarity with analytical methods related to cell culture.
• Skilled in preparing solutions and media for mammalian cell culture processes.
• Strong communication skills and proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.