Associate Cell Culture Scientist - Berkeley, CA

Bayer•Berkeley, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Associate Cell Culture Scientist, you develop and optimize chemical and biological processes to enhance yield, quality, and cost; you contribute to process transfers from laboratory to production (scale‑up) to ensure robust, commercially viable manufacturing; you provide technical expertise and rapid troubleshooting to maintain competitive production processes while ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations; you manage and develop laboratory technicians, maintain accurate technical documentation, and participate in interdisciplinary project teams supporting mAb and cell therapy development from early‑stage research through clinical and commercial manufacturing.

Requirements

BS in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline and at least 2 years of relevant experience in process development or bioprocess work
Hands‑on experience designing and executing cell culture and/or mAb process development experiments
Working knowledge of GMP principles and experience supporting clinical or commercial manufacturing activities
Strong data analysis and problem‑solving skills with experience interpreting experimental results and troubleshooting laboratory processes
Proven ability to document work thoroughly, prepare reports, and maintain audited laboratory notebooks
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams and communicate results to technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (MS/PhD) or additional relevant experience in bioprocess development or cell therapy scale‑up
Experience leading or contributing to process transfer and scale‑up from laboratory to pilot or commercial manufacturing
Experience managing or mentoring laboratory staff and handling personnel administrative tasks
Familiarity with screening scientific literature, supporting IP generation, or preparing research reports

Responsibilities

Design and conduct moderate to complex process development experiments under limited guidance to advance mAb and cell therapy programs
Execute and follow GMP requirements during clinical manufacturing activities and complete required GMP training
Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and translate findings into actionable process improvements
Evaluate and implement new methods, techniques, and assays to improve process performance and robustness
Troubleshoot failed experiments, assays, or procedures and propose practical, timely corrective actions
Provide guidance, training, and day‑to‑day supervision to laboratory technicians and ensure high standards for laboratory practice
Prepare clear analytical and interpretative reports, present project updates in team meetings, and maintain well‑organized laboratory notebooks and documentation
Collaborate across cross‑functional teams to support process transfers, scale‑up activities, and interdisciplinary projects