Sr. Scientist II

Fujifilm•Irvine, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a Sr Scientist II. The Sr Scientist II will provide technical leadership in support of commercialized products, late-stage product development, process development, and new product evaluations to meet company standards and customer expectations. At FUJIFILM Biosciences, we turn curiosity into breakthroughs that advance the field of life sciences. By offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services in cell culture media, discovery research reagents, recombinant growth factors and proteins, fine chemicals, and critical assay materials, we partner with the brightest minds in biotech and pharma to tackle the world’s biggest health challenges. Imagine being part of a team that enables life-changing discoveries like new vaccines, therapies, and advancements in regenerative medicine. Our culture fosters curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, and we pride ourselves on delivering unparalleled quality and service to our partners. If you’re ready to make an impact, your future belongs with us at FUJIFILM Biosciences. Our headquarters in Santa Ana, California, is surrounded by world-class schools, lush parks, and scenic beaches like Laguna and Huntington, making it an ideal place to live, work, and explore. With additional campuses across the US, Europe, China, and Japan, we offer opportunities to make a difference worldwide. Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.”

Requirements

Ph.D. with more than 5 years of relevant experience in Life Science, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, or related science.
Minimum five years of relevant experience, with emphasis in cell culture.
Cell culture experience.
In depth knowledge in CHO bioprocess workflows: Batch, Fed batch, Antibody production
Good Understanding of cell culture, media optimization and development
Broad scientific knowledge of Chemistry, Biochemistry, Cell Biology and Microbiology. Experience with conducting and creating new essays as needed.
Design of experiments (DOE) and other statistical tools.
Ability to use professional concepts, company's policies, and procedures to perform a wide range of assigned work and solve complex problems
Ability to demonstrate potential for technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others
Advanced knowledge of Cell Culture, Biochemistry and Cell Biology.
Advanced knowledge of basic laboratory equipment (scales, pH meters, etc.)
Knowledge of commonly used experimental/research concepts, practices, and procedures.
General knowledge of computer systems and productivity software.
General knowledge of project management.
General knowledge of GMP and GLP procedures.
Ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.
Secondary language proficiency in Mandarin
Good oral and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Educational background in Molecular/cell biology or any related field
Experience with mammalian cell culture, media preparation, and data analysis is preferred
Proficient in using statistical software such as Design of Expert, Excel, Graphpad Prism, etc.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Excellent creativity, technical decision-making, and trouble shooting skills.
Works on problems of moderate scope in which analysis of situation or data requires a review of identifiable factors
Exercises judgment within general defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action
Good Documentation Practices & Good Laboratory Practices

Responsibilities

Perform cell culture experiments for development of cell biology research, product development for supporting media development projects
Communicate research and development findings in cross-disciplinary team meetings as well as with external partners.
Handling of various cell lines in both adherent and suspension cultures
Perform various chemical/biological assays such as cell counting, staining, and imaging
Perform data analysis and experimental design.
Prepare formal reports and presentations for group meetings
Actively participate in group/project meetings
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications