Media Prep - Associate Scientist

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions

Media Prep - Associate Scientist

Bothell, WA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    • Meticulously prepare complex media at various scales to support cell culture for various iPSC differentiation workflows, ensuring timely and accurate execution of requested formulations.
    • Read, review, and execute SOPs for preparation of reagents, stock solutions, and media handling and formulation.
    • Track expiry of corresponding stock solutions and complete complex media.
    • Maintain an updated media inventory database for forecasting, tracking raw material use & stock, lot usage, and overall material performance.
    • Maintain accurate and meticulous record keeping with internal ELN system, independent data analysis, and reporting of data in written and oral formats.
    • Perform work in full compliance with safety policies and technical protocols and complete all required training activities in the timeframe specified.
    • Perform complex algebraic mathematical calculations with high accuracy to determine critical parameters such as molarity, molality, and percentages.
    • Precisely calculate volumes of solution components based on intricate mathematical formulas, ensuring exact proportions for experimental and manufacturing processes.
    • Troubleshoot media preparation challenges and deviations when necessary.
    • Collaborate with process development scientists to support high throughput optimization of media formulations for scale-up, reproducibility, and cost-efficiency.
    • Operate automation platforms (e.g., liquid handlers, automated dispensers, robotic mixing systems) to support streamlined media preparation, increasing throughput, reproducibility, and data traceability.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • B.S. and/or M.S. in biological or biochemical sciences (or a related field)
    • Demonstrated proficiency in aseptic technique and reagent, stock solution, and complex cell culture media preparations.
    • Advanced skills in algebraic calculations: molarity, percentages, solution component volumes.
    • Unwavering commitment to safety protocols and procedures
    • Proven capacity to ensure work product quality and understand the impact on downstream processes.
    • Work within a team-oriented lab environment and work within cross-functional project teams.
    • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

    Additional Information

    • This position is full time, Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm, with overtime, as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Bothell, WA are encouraged to apply.

    • Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Indianapolis, IN are encouraged to apply.

    • Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options

    • Life and disability insurance

    • 401(k) with company match

    • Paid vacation and holidays

    • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

    Pay Range: $40,000-$55,000/yr

    Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

  • Compensation
    $40,000-$40,000 per year