Production Scientist II/III (Cloning Technologies)

New England Biolabs • Ipswich, MA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

New England Biolabs (NEB) is a biotechnology company focused on advancing science. They are seeking a Production Scientist II/III to support the production of DNA Assembly-related products. The role involves managing formulations, performing quality control, coordinating manufacturing, fulfilling custom orders, and providing technical support. The position also includes collaborating with research and development teams for new product commercialization and maintaining proper documentation. NEB offers a collaborative, campus-like environment with a strong commitment to research, environmental stewardship, and an inclusive corporate culture.

Requirements

• Master’s degree with 2-4 years of relevant experience; or bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience carrying out bench work and use of standard equipment directly related to the DNA modification assays and analysis that are part of cloning workflows.
• Recognized as a team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong ability to multi-task and perform effectively under pressure with high attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, including good lab notebook practices.
• Proven “good hands” at the bench and an ability to perform careful and consistent experiments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the life science industry preferred.
• Knowledge of Cloning workflows and applications preferred.
• Experience working in an ERP system (i.e. SAP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage formulations of DNA Assembly products and related reagents.
• Perform product-specific quality control (QC) protocols and collaborate with QA/QC and Applications & Development on the development of new product-specific QC assays.
• Work with the Production Planning team to coordinate product manufacturing needs to meet the forecasted demand schedule.
• Fulfill OEM/Bulk custom orders and collaborate with Customized Solutions team members to support new custom opportunities.
• Adhere to protocols and maintain proper documentation.
• Gain expertise and assist customers with technical inquiries about Cloning, especially DNA-Assembly related applications.
• Assist in troubleshooting product-related issues and participate in root cause analyses.
• Work in collaboration with Research and Applications & Product Development groups to transfer new products into Production for commercialization.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary profit-sharing bonus
• Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan "ESOP" (eligible after two full years of service)
• Exceptional benefits package at a nominal cost to the employee including a 10% 401k match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level