What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Associate I, Manufacturing & Operations position at Ionis?
Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, and with offices in Boston, Massachusetts, and Dublin, Ireland, Ionis has been at work for more than three decades discovering medical breakthroughs that have redefined life for people with serious diseases. We are pioneers in RNA-targeted medicines, and our platform continues to revolutionize drug discovery and transform lives for patients with unmet needs. With five currently marketed medicines for serious diseases and an expansive late-stage pipeline, we continue to build upon our groundbreaking innovations in science and technology to provide greater value to patients; and we are well positioned financially to deliver on our strategic goals.
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Research Associate I
SUMMARY :
Ionis is seeking a highly motivated and talented individual to join our Drug Substance Manufacturing team as an entry-level Research Associate I working in a collaborative large-scale GMP manufacturing environment. Job duties will focus on synthesis and purification of oligonucleotides, preparation of GMP solutions, operation, cleaning and troubleshooting large-scale equipment, and revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to support manufacturing. Additionally, the individual will participate in safety trainings, act as a member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) and be able to respond to any on-site emergencies.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Work in a GMP cleanroom environment and comply with quality regulations
- Operate large-scale, computer-automated equipment in the GMP synthesis and purification of oligonucleotides
- Clean GMP equipment and tanks
- Author, revise, and execute SOPs, automated methods, and batch records
- Formulate intermediate and buffer solutions
- Participate in safety trainings and as an Emergency Response Team (ERT) member
- Initiate projects and manage multiple assignments and tasks, establishing inter-department communications to monitor expectations and timelines
- Safety- focused and willing to work with hazardous chemicals and pressurized equipment
- Exhibit the qualities of an energetic, positive, self-motivated, hands-on professional with strong work ethic
- Maintain productivity and efficiency both independently and with a team in an intense, data-driven, interrogative environment
REQUIREMENTS :
Please visit our website, http : / / www.ionis.com for more information about Ionis and to apply for this position; reference requisition # IONIS003629
Ionis offers an excellent benefits package! Follow this link for more details : Ionis Benefits
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The pay scale for this position is $68,640.00 -$89,319.00
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Salary : $68,640 - $89,319
