Assistant Scientist, Media Buffer Prep

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for an Assistant Scientist, Media Buffer Prep position at our Malvern, PA site.

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The role of Assistant Scientist-Media Buffer Prep in BioTherapeutics Department, API Large Molecule, supports cell culture product development and downstream product collection. The role is responsible for scheduling Media and Buffer Preparations for new and existing molecules (both antibodies and other large therapeutical proteins) as well as maintaining and updating chemical and consumable inventory. The role supports the Media and Buffer Prep Laboratory and works with the team to meet

Key Responsibilities:

• Supports cell culture product process development and product collection
• You will work in a team environment as well as contributing individually to meet project timeline and objectives.
• You will work towards maintaining a high level of quality to support alignment between Research and Manufacturing
• Support and assist in general laboratory tasks related to aseptic manipulation processes and pipettes
• Assist in maintaining accurate media and buffer recipes
• Maintain technician schedule of preparations to ensure accurate delivery of requested materials
• Maintain Raw Material inventory
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Capture data accurately in a timely manner and maintain detailed records in compliance with applicable safety and environmental requirements
• Review ELN entries for detail and accuracy
• Brainstorm effective improvement plans to help the lab and the team work more efficiently and/or reduce cost/waste
• Assist in implementing improvement ideas

Qualifications

Education:

• B.S degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry or equivalent or a minimum of 1-5 years of relevant experience

Experience and Skills:

• Experience in formulation or manufacturing of Cell Culture Media or Buffers is highly preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required.
• MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) proficiency, excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a team environment while being an individual contributor required.

Core Proficiencies:

• Problem Solving: Proactively seek solutions. Capture and analyze information systematically; Develop alternative solutions. Think analytically and act conclusively. Work independently and with supervision.
• Master Complexity: Competently handle day-to-day work challenges. Adapt to changes in the work environment; handle multiple tasks and exciting challenges. Change approach or method to best fit the situation. Detail oriented and ability to work collaboratively across functional groups and handle multiple responsibilities and projects.
• Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Write clearly and informatively. Create documents that are complete and accurate.
• Commitment: Strive to attain quality results on time. Convey a sense of dedication and drive issues to closure

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.