Production Scientist

Bimeda•Kirkland, WA

7d•$50,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Vaccine Production Scientist is responsible for the QC and manufacturing activities within Bimeda’s San Angelo vaccine manufacturing site. This role is a critical position in supporting the AquaTactics’ growth and success in bringing to market autogenous and licensed vaccines manufactured in Texas.

Requirements

Experience in growing organisms in a lab environment
Experience working within laboratory and manufacturing environments within a regulated industry
Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals
Strong verbal, presentation and writing skills in English required
Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office
Personable and able to interact and socialize amongst different cultures and levels in an organization
Self-starter with high energy level, ability to multi-task and willingness to learn
Ability to develop skills in microbiology and virology and fish diagnostics
Bachelor's degree in microbiology, molecular biology, immunology, or virology

Responsibilities

Support the production of bacterin and viral cultures for aquaculture vaccines
Maintain accurate production and vaccine batching records
Schedule production from internal/external input (clients, sales, vets etc.)
Manage timely shipments to clients with customer service team
Ensure raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products meet strict safety, quality, and regulatory standards using both in vivo and in vitro testing
Analyze all data generated, reporting out in the appropriate form within the agreed upon timelines
Assist in the completion of investigations for field actions and deviations
Liaise with other vaccine production sites in US and overseas for both aquaculture and non-aquaculture vaccines production to ensure knowledge is shared throughout the group
Establish production procedures to meet QA/QC requirements; protocols, Standard Operating Procedures
Work with vendors to provide cost effective and timely supply
Interpret data for specification conformance and generate reports
Maintain thorough documentation under GxP standards
Identify, document, and investigate Out-of-Specification (OoS) results or manufacturing process deviations.
Operate, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and maintain laboratory databases
Author Production records, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and assist in the development of validation protocols
Investigate operational deviations, perform root-cause analysis, and drive Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
Interpret analytical evaluations, ensure data integrity, and support regulatory audits
Identify yield optimizations, cost-saving measures, and process efficiencies