Bioprocessing Chemist I

Job Purpose The Bioprocessing Chemist I role at LGC offers an outstanding chance to join a dedicated team, aiding in the efficient production and upkeep of our biomaterial supply. You will work together on manufacturing tasks as per a set schedule. Tasks involve managing inventory and creating solutions, buffers, and necessary materials for bioprocessing. Adhering to Good Manufacturing/Laboratory Practices (GMP or GLP), keeping organized records, and guaranteeing product quality are key.Reporting to the Bioprocessing Supervisor, you will coordinate with other departments, such as Production Planning. Your role will involve analysis and using scientific discretion within pre-established guidelines to make independent decisions about moderate to complex adjustments and calculations. You will employ general to moderately advanced laboratory equipment and techniques to perform tasks of varying complexity under both direct and indirect supervision. Routine analysis and interpretation of test results against established acceptance criteria will be key, as will using your judgement to determine appropriate courses of action.Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain accurate records of work performed according to GLP, cGMP, and QSR requirements.Conduct protein purification using various methods, including column chromatography, following established procedures.Apply tangential flow filtration for protein separation.Prepare production and pilot reagents, buffers, and other solutions as per written procedures and protocols.Operate basic and advanced laboratory equipment, such as HPLC and AKTA systems, proficiently.Assist R&D with scale-up, process optimization, process validations, and technology transfers for new product introductions.Lead projects of moderate complexity aimed at process and product improvements.Perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment.Test incoming raw materials.