Manufacturing Associate 3

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Posted Job Title

Manufacturing Associate 3

Job Profile Title

Resource Technologist B

Job Description Summary

The Gene Therapy Program (GTP) is entering a new era of unprecedented opportunity with the great potential to reshape the face of medicine as we know it. Our discoveries have set the stage for successful treatments and possibly even cures for devastating genetic diseases.
The laboratory of Dr. Jim Wilson, at GTP of the University of Pennsylvania, has been a leader in the development of innovative vector technology for close to three decades. We have emerged as the “go-to” organization for public and private partners, who want to participate in the gene therapy space. Currently, we are positioned to lead another round of vector innovation and establish pre-clinical and clinical proof-of-concept in therapeutic applications of in-vivo genome editing.

Continuation of all GTP positions is contingent upon funding.

Job Description

Our Vector Core is a state-of-the-art facility which provides vector-related materials and services in support of basic and translational research worldwide, producing vectors in support of IND-enabling research, conduct GLP assays, oversee CMO’s in vector production, and is expanding to conduct state-of-the-art process development.

Due to significant growth, the Vector Core is looking for a new, Manufacturing Associate 3, to support the manufacturing and purification efforts of viral vectors.

As a Manufacturing Associate 3, as you begin to emerge as a subject matter expert in upstream or downstream processes, you will be responsible for the production and purification of viral vectors for pre-clinical, IND-enabling Pharmacology and Toxicology studies. You will be documenting your activities on production or batch record forms for QA review. You will clean and sterilize processing equipment. You will develop a proficiency with the processing/purification equipment and be able to troubleshoot issues, perform routine preventative maintenance activities and calibrations. You will also be making suggestions to leadership on updates or corrections that need to be made to any protocols or standard operating procedures.

You will work both independently and as part of a team to accomplish project goals within specified timelines. Successful candidates will have a familiarity with aseptic techniques and mammalian cell culture. You will continue to develop skills in upstream and downstream biologics manufacturing, tissue culture, column chromatography, and other purification processes.

Qualifications:

BS degree in chemistry, biology, Bio/chemical Engineerinng or related disciplines with 3 to 5 years of experience required.

Must have experience with Aseptic Techniques and mammalian cell culture.

Experience with tangential flow filtration and column chromatography helpful but not required.

Must be meticulous, detail oriented, and analytical.

Must be highly motivated, have excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

Must be able to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.