Biochemist (Upstream) - Entry-Level
Eurofins•Indianapolis, IN
•$21 - $24
About The Position
The Biochemist (Upstream) supports upstream bioprocessing activities in a laboratory environment while interfacing with multiple clients. The role includes growing culture flasks, measuring cell densities, preparing and operating WAVE bioreactors and 50L single-use bioreactors (SUBs), and carrying out sampling, feeding, and harvest activities. Harvested material is delivered to purification, with or without concentration. The position also involves ordering feeds and media, maintaining laboratory inventory, following Good Documentation Practices, and helping keep the workplace clean and safe.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific field.
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without sponsorship.
- Strong computer, scientific, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to learn new techniques, manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable, with a positive attitude.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a strong focus on quality, teamwork, and productivity.
Responsibilities
- Initiate and grow up flasks of culture.
- Read flask cell densities on the Vi-Cell and calculate passage volumes.
- Set up WAVE bioreactors and 50L SUBs.
- Sample WAVE bioreactors and SUBs.
- Order feeds and media for flasks and bioreactors.
- Set up feeds and feed bioreactors.
- Set up and perform bioreactor harvests, with or without concentration, and deliver material to purification.
- Perform general laboratory cleanup and maintenance, including cleanup after harvest, taking out fiber drums, and recycling media bottles.
- Manage inventory of laboratory consumables and enter inventory into an app.
- Adhere to Good Documentation Practices.
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Interface with multiple clients.
- Use Microsoft Office software.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage.
- Dental and vision options.
- Life and disability insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Yearly goal-based bonus.
- Eligibility for merit-based increases.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
