Scientist (Entry)

Berkeley, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. This client is a German multinational Pharmaceutical and biotechnology company and one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world headquartered in Leverkusen and areas of business include pharmaceuticals; consumer healthcare products agricultural chemicals seeds and biotechnology products.

Job Title: Scientist (Entry)

Location: Berkeley CA 94710

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: -Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Onsite

Shift: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM

Job Description:

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

List the primary job duties and responsibilities using headings and then give examples of the types of activities under each heading.
Collaborate with a team of scientists
Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to follow verbal and written procedures.
Cell Culture Operations
Perform aseptic techniques for culturing iPSCs ESCs and CHO cell lines.
Execute cell thawing passaging and harvesting for both cell therapy and mAb production projects.
Conduct basic analytical tasks including cell counts and monitoring metabolites and gases during passages.
Bioreactor Cultures
Set up bioreactors perform inoculation and conduct daily sampling.
Make necessary adjustments such as feeding and probe calibration.
Media and Solution Preparation
Prepare media feeds and solutions required for bioreactor cultures.
Data Management
Accurately record and transfer experimental data into appropriate databases.
Lab Maintenance
Perform daily and monthly lab maintenance activities including cleaning biological safety cabinets (BSCs) and incubators.
Conduct daily equipment calibrations to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
Flexibility
Availability for weekend and off-hours work as required.

REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES

Education Requirement(s):

Candidate should have a Bachelors degree in Biology Biotechnology Biochemistry Chemical Engineering or a related field
Higher degree optional

Skill & Competency Requirements:

(list 3 to 5 non-negotiable items such as years of experience industry of preference specific knowledge items professional certifications skills abilities etc.)
Proficient in basic aseptic techniques and fundamental laboratory skills (e.g. accurate pipetting).
Experienced in mammalian cell culture including work under a laminar flow hood and familiarity with analytical methods related to cell culture.
Skilled in preparing solutions and media for mammalian cell culture processes.
Strong communication skills and proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Overview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. This client is a German multinational Pharmaceutical and biotechnology company and one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in th...