What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Pilot Plant position at Actalent?
Job Description
Shift: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Ideal Candidate:
- Motivated and willing to learn
- Entry-level with a Bachelor's degree (internship or co-op experience preferred)
- Academic lab work is acceptable
Responsibilities:
- Execute cell culture processes, including aseptic vial thaw, cell culture flask passaging in biosafety cabinets, and benchtop wave bioreactors (200L and 500L single-use bioreactors)
- Support large-scale harvest operations through downstream purification, including chromatography, filtration, and Ultra-Filtration/Diafiltration (UF/DF) using various pilot-scale skids and equipment
- Perform routine tasks such as in-process sampling, operation of laboratory analyzers, sample management, scientific data collection via electronic laboratory notebooks, compounding media/buffer solutions, Clean-In-Place (CIP), Steam-In-Place (SIP), equipment assembly/disassembly, routine maintenance of benchtop analyzers, vendor oversight, and general lab organization/cleaning
Additional Responsibilities:
- Utilize scientific principles in the execution of experiments and analysis of experimental data
- Carry out laboratory tasks according to plans and procedures in a team environment
- Document data and process information in accordance with good documentation practices
- Perform laboratory safety evaluations and minor equipment maintenance
- Maintain laboratory standards with a focus on safety, quality, and compliance
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science OR
- Associate's degree with 1 year of experience in a laboratory or manufacturing setting OR
- 2 years of experience in a laboratory or manufacturing setting
- Ability to work weekends
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior hands-on experience in pilot- or large-scale cell culture or downstream purification process development or manufacturing
- Experience with automated computer-controlled biopharmaceutical equipment
- Knowledge of process data compilation and analysis
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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 West Greenwich,RI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $25 - $30
