Cell Culture Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a Cell Culture Technician to conduct mammalian cell culture activities using aseptic techniques in a cleanroom environment. The role involves monitoring multiple manufacturing production runs and completing routine cell culture maintenance tasks such as passaging, seeding, harvesting, and concentrating.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mammalian cell culture activities using aseptic technique.
• Work in cleanroom environment, including gowning prior to entering lab space.
• Monitor multiple manufacturing production runs and complete routine cell culture maintenance tasks.
• Adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality guidelines.
• Apply basic analytical skills or scientific methods to perform straightforward activities.
• Perform in-process sampling and testing during production using analytical laboratory instruments.
• Perform out-of-specification (OOS) testing as necessary.
• Document test results with strict adherence to GMP standards.
• Organize instrument calibration and maintenance logbooks.
• Perform moderate to complex test methods by following written procedures.
• Inoculate, harvest, and prepare cell cultures for following day activities.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field.
• 12+ months of mammalian cell culture passaging experience, including troubleshooting.
• Previous aseptic technique experience, which can be gained academically.
• High attention to detail and critical thinking skills.
• Experience working with an autoclave.