Scientist - Cell Culture Operations
About The Position
Eurofins PSS West is seeking a Scientist II to support GMP cell banking operations at a client site in Santa Monica, California. The team produces, qualifies, and releases GMP Working and Single Use Cell Banks used as reference standards for patient-lot release across a global manufacturing network. The role requires strong aseptic mammalian cell culture skills, careful GMP documentation, and the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive tasks. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with overtime as needed. The compensation range is $30.00–$32.00 per hour. Candidates within commuting distance of Santa Monica are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in biology, cell biology, biotechnology, or a related life sciences field; alternatively, a Master's degree with Bachelor's plus 2+ years of relevant laboratory experience, or Master's plus 0–1+ years.
- Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique.
- Strong hands-on mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique, including work in biological safety cabinets.
- Experience with cell harvest, cryopreservation, and frozen cell storage.
- Working knowledge of GMP/GDP principles and strong attention to detail.
- Ability to track multiple tasks and timelines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong oral and written communication and a collaborative, team-based attitude.
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Experience producing or qualifying Master, Working, or Single Use Cell Banks.
- Experience with qualification assays such as ddPCR, mycoplasma testing, or cell expression assays.
- Familiarity with deviations, CAPAs, and SOP revisions.
- Experience with liquid nitrogen cryopreservation procedures and safety.
Responsibilities
- Perform aseptic mammalian cell culture, expansion, and passaging in a GMP environment following established cell banking SOPs.
- Support production of GMP Working Cell Banks (WCB) and Single Use Cell Banks (SUCB), including harvest, vialing, cryopreservation, and controlled storage of 150–500 vials per bank.
- Perform cell counts and viability measurements, such as using a NucleoCounter, and assist with audit trail review of instrument data.
- Perform assigned bank qualification testing, including DNA extraction for ddPCR, and help coordinate mycoplasma, cell expression, and other qualification assays.
- Compile and process bank data to support release reports, and prepare cell bank shipments to manufacturing sites worldwide, approximately 4–6 per month.
- Draft revisions to SOPs, forms, and training documents; initiate and support deviations and CAPAs.
- Maintain accurate GMP documentation in paper and electronic lab notebooks and logbooks, and support inspection readiness for FDA, EMA, and internal audits.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage, with dental and vision options.
- Life and disability insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid holidays and vacation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
