Associate Scientist, Analytical Development - Fujifilm

FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific, Inc. is a global leader in the innovation and manufacture of cell culture solutions for Life Science and Medical markets, providing products and services that assist customers in advancing healthcare initiatives. Working across discovery research, cell and gene therapy, reproductive medicine and cytogenetics, as well as the large-scale production of biotherapeutics and vaccines, the Company is trusted by researchers, manufacturers, and clinicians worldwide. For over 50 years, FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific’s Mission has been to empower all who bring medicines and treatments to life with unmatched quality and responsiveness in its products and custom solutions, providing customers with the vital resources needed to enrich human lives through innovative, accessible therapies. The Company’s facilities adhere to both ISO and FDA regulations, with manufacturing facilities that follow cGMP guidelines in the USA, Japan, and the Netherlands, and a media optimization center in China. All sites prioritize strategies that adhere to the FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific, Inc. Sustainability Value Plan 2030 for sustainable growth. FUJIFILM Irvine Scientific, Inc. is a subsidiary of FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation reporting to FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation.

We are hiring an Associate Scientist, Analytical Development. The Associate Scientist, Analytical Development will conduct research and development activities leading to the commercial launch of recombinant protein products used in cell therapy, gene therapy, bioproduction, biotechnology, and research applications.

Responsibilities

• Support analytical method development.
• Perform analytical testing to support process and product development.
• Support and become independent with various biological assays.
• Order, receive, and maintain adequate inventory of supplies for team experiments.
• Support data acquisition and basic data analysis.
• Contribute to the preparation of SOPs, data report summaries, formal reports and presentations.
• Support in the maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
• Support in troubleshooting experiments.
• Present and discuss job activities to internal teams and groups. 

Required Skills/Education 

• B.S. or M.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Microbiology, or related science.
• Minimum of 1 year relevant working experience, or M.S in Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Microbiology, or related science.
• Prior analytical method development experience is preferable.
• Knowledge of Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physical Chemistry and Microbiology.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory equipment (scales, pH meters, HPLC, Electrophoresis, etc.)
• Knowledge of commonly used experimental/research concepts, practices, and procedures.
• General knowledge of computer systems and productivity software.
• Ability to speak, write and read English fluently.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

EEO/AGENCY NOTES

Fujifilm is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation, and any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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