Avid Bioservices · 8 hours ago
Scientist, Process Development Early Phase
Costa Mesa, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$101K/yr - $125K/yr
3+ years expAvid Bioservices is a leading clinical and commercial biologics CDMO focused on creating innovative solutions to meet the needs of clients and improve patient outcomes. The Scientist, Process Development Early Phase will drive biologics production, support cell culture technologies, and participate in process scale-up and optimization efforts.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedical
Responsibilities
Cultivate mammalian and other cell lines for biologics production using various bioreactor systems and cell culture techniques, ensuring strict aseptic conditions
Support activities related to cell line development, including evaluation of cell performance and implementation of strategies to optimize productivity and stability
Contribute to formulation development experiments, assisting in the design and execution of studies to assess product stability, compatibility, and delivery
Conceive and execute well-designed experiments, meticulously analyze results, and derive meaningful insights
Actively engage in supporting both client and internal programs, contributing your expertise to drive successful outcomes
Excel in troubleshooting upstream process issues, proactively brainstorming innovative solutions to overcome upstream challenges
Demonstrate proficiency in operating and troubleshooting essential process equipment, while also pioneering methods and procedures for novel assignments
Maintain comprehensive documentation of data and findings to ensure traceability and regulatory compliance, while regularly updating management on project status and progress
Exhibit strong technical writing skills, creating detailed technical protocols, Process Development reports, guides, SOPs, and other essential documents
Prioritize safety by adhering to all policies, practices, and procedures, promptly reporting any unsafe activities, actively participating in collaborative team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals, and flexibly performing additional duties as assigned
Provide valuable guidance and mentorship to Associate Scientists and Laboratory Assistants, fostering their growth and development
Other tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Virology, or an equivalent scientific field, or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the necessary knowledge and skills
3+ years of relevant and hands-on experience in protein, or large molecule production
Hands-on experience with various mammalian and other cell lines, adherent and suspension cultures, all executed with stringent aseptic techniques
Proficiency in working with bioreactors for suspension cultures, showcasing practical expertise in this area
Proficiency in working with multi-layer vessels for adherent cultures, demonstrating hands-on experience
Understanding of regulatory requirements and cGMP compliance in bioprocess development
Preferred
Familiarity with microcarriers is desired and will be considered an asset
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Company
Avid Bioservices
Avid Bioservices' expansion will double existing capacity to service both a $40m backlog and its owner Peregrine.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$285M2024-11-06Private Equity
2024-11-06Acquired
2024-03-06Post Ipo Debt· $160M
Leadership Team
Kenneth Bilenberg
President & Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
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