Job Description
Job Title: Bioprocess Technician
4x10 schedule
Graveyard: 10 pm - 8:30 am
Wednesday through Saturday
Job Description
The Bioprocess Technician is responsible for the production of cultivated meat through the use of automated production and bioprocess systems. This role involves operating production equipment, preparing equipment, managing culture growth, preparing media and buffers, monitoring processes, sampling, and harvesting, all within a regulated environment that prioritizes safety, quality, and efficiency.
Responsibilities
+ Operate bioprocess equipment for cell culture operations from cell bank thaw through harvest.
+ Prepare media and buffer solutions for the production process.
+ Clean, assemble, and sterilize equipment.
+ Comply with safety requirements, standard operating procedures, batch records, good documentation practices, and data capturing.
+ Collaborate with coworkers and supervisors to troubleshoot equipment and process issues effectively.
Essential Skills
+ Proficiency in bioprocessing and cell culture techniques.
+ Experience with autoclave and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ B.A. or B.S. degree in Life Sciences or Engineering preferred, or equivalent experience in a bioprocess manufacturing environment or other regulated industry.
+ Basic understanding of cell culture processes, equipment setup, aseptic technique, and sterilization operations.
+ Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures and interact with process automation systems for routine work.
+ Experience with creating and maintaining manufacturing operations documentation (SOPs, batch records) is a plus.
+ Experience interacting with ERP and/or Quality Management systems is a plus.
Work Environment
This role is based onsite at our Emeryville, CA facility, working four days a week. The preferred shift is swing shift, with the ability to work evening/night hours and weekends as needed. The role operates on a 4/10 alternative work schedule and may require working swing or graveyard shifts.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $34.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Berkeley,CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 12, 2025.
About Actalent
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Job Tags
Temporary work, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, Saturday, Afternoon shift,