mRNA Associate Manufacturing Scientist I

GenScript ProBio•Redmond, WA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

GenScript Biotech Corporation is a global biotechnology group founded in 2002 with a presence in North America, Europe, Greater China, and the Asia Pacific. GenScript's businesses include Life Science CRO, enzyme and synthetic biology products, biologics development and manufacturing, and cell therapy. The company is committed to being the most reliable biotech company in the world, making humans and nature healthier through biotechnology. This position involves conducting DNA processing through PCR, digestion, and purification techniques to prepare templates for in-vitro transcription. The role requires executing diverse enzymatic reactions as per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to generate and refine mRNA. Purification of mRNA will be performed using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), spin columns, and LiCl precipitation. Strict adherence to validated processes in SOPs during production is essential. The role also involves rigorous documentation of all processes and materials for compliance with ISO 9001 regulations, maintaining inventory records through an advanced system, and facilitating material procurement. Additional tasks may be assigned by the production manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or Chemistry related field.
Ability to work as part of a small cross-disciplinary team to accomplish both short term and long term goals.
Ability to quickly and accurately perform tasks in high repetition.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with mRNA is a plus.
Experience with PCR, HPLC, or enzymatic reactions is desired.
Experience successfully working in a fast-pace, high-demand environment is highly desirable.
Ability to communicate with peers and managers in a polite and concise manner is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Conduct DNA processing through PCR, digestion, and purification techniques to ready templates for in-vitro transcription.
Execute diverse enzymatic reactions as per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to generate and refine mRNA.
Employ High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), spin columns, and LiCl precipitation for the purification of mRNA.
Adhere strictly to validated processes outlined in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) during the production phase.
Rigorously document all processes and materials employed for each product, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 regulations.
Maintain inventory records through an advanced inventory management system.
Facilitate the procurement of materials for production through internal and external channels.
Undertake any additional tasks as assigned by the production manager to contribute to the seamless operation of the production process.