Technical Development Scientist II

R&D Partners is seeking to hire a Technical Development Scientist II in Hillsboro, OR.

Your main responsibilities as a Technical Development Scientist II:

· Perform transient transfections in CHO and HEK293 cells in scales 1mL to 25L to support pipeline productions adhering to established protocols

· Maintain seed train cell cultures in bioreactors and shake flasks

· Operate liquid handlers - Tecan and Hamilton for automated processes

· Operate wave bag reactors for productions and cell maintenance

· Maintain and troubleshoot key cell culture instruments such as Vi-Cell, Nova Flex2, Nova Flex, Cedex and bioreactors

What we are looking for in a Technical Development Scientist II:

· PhD (with 0-2yrs relevant experience) in Biotechnology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related fields

· Suspension adapted mammalian cell culture (CHO and/or HEK293)

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and have strong collaborative skills.

· State-of-the-art transient and stable protein expression experience

· Relevant bioreactor experience

Why Choose R&D Partners?

As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

· Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA

· Dental & Vision insurance

· 401k plan

· Employee Assistance Program

· Long-term disability

· Weekly payroll

· Expense reimbursement

· Online timecard approval

R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.