Biochemist (Upstream) Group Leader

Initiate and grow up flasks of cultureRead flask cell densities on the Vi-Cell and calculate passage volumesSet up WAVE BioreactorsSet up 50L SUBsSample WAVEs and SUBsOrder feeds and media for flasks and bioreactorsSet up feeds and feed bioreactorsSet up harvests and harvest bioreactors, with or without concentration, and deliver to purificationGeneral lab cleanup and maintenance (cleanup after harvest, take out fiber drums, recycle media bottles)Inventory management of lab consumables and enter into appSupport work involving cell line generation for new molecules, HEK/AAV development, and sequencing for stabilityAdhering to Good Documentation PracticesMaintenance of a clean and safe working environmentAbility to work independently and accurately with minimal supervisionCoach, train, and develop others within the group with respect to their personal development and effective implementation of operational improvementsCoordinate workflow and perform daily monitoring to meet TATPrepare and review job plans, conduct semiannual performance reviews, keep training records up to date for assigned employees, perform succession planning in preparation for growthCollaborate closely with leaders and clients in implementing overall business directives