Plasmids Technician

We are immediately hiring for a Laboratory Technician working in the Gene Therapy field here in the Columbus area

This is a long-term career opportunity for someone looking to grow in the field, and will specifically be working within the Plasmids department.

Job Description:

The Plasmids Technician is responsible for supporting all aspects of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and production in the Clinical Manufacturing (CMF). Working on collaboration with the Manager of GMP and Plasmids Operations and staff, will provide hands on assistance for all day-to-day Plasmids Core production operations, including execution of production processes, documentation, as well as facility and equipment maintenance.

As a Laboratory Technician you will primarily be assisting the Scientists in the lab by doing sample prep, making solutions, general lab maintenance, documentation, and assisting with other duties as needed.

Duties:

• Mainly helping and supporting solution preparation - prep sampling, mini prep, gel making, and lab maintenance
• Anticipate and troubleshoot issues with operations to avoid interruptions in production.
• Assuring the availability of materials and the proper documentation surrounding GMP activities and product quality
• Operate within the Quality Management System applicable to the manufacture of phase appropriate material in the CMF
• Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory requirements for cellular and gene therapy products
• Attention to detail in all job functions
• Performs in accordance with established policies, procedures, and techniques and requires training common experience or working knowledge related to the tasks performed
• Work to specific measurable objectives requiring operational planning skill with little direct supervision
• Documentation of all activities performed according to SOPs
• Supports GMP resources and supply chain by ordering and maintaining materials inventory to meet production goals
• Supports daily operational activities related to the manufacturing of biological products by assuring the availability of materials with the proper documentation surrounding GMP activities

Qualifications:

• An ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in a scientific field (Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Genetics, Chemistry, etc.)

Shift:

1st shift, 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday

Work Environment:

50%-75% working in the lab

25% working at a desk documenting and writing report

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