Lab Operations Development Associate I

Do you want to join a team where the mission is meaningful, the challenges are complex, and you can directly see the results of your hard work? Lundbeck Seattle BioPharmaceuticals (Lu-SBP), located in Bothell, Washington, is the Process Development Center of Excellence for Biologics within the global Lundbeck CMC organization. Since integrating into Lundbeck in October 2019, Lu-SBP has supported commercial launch of Lundbeck's first biologic product (Vyepti) and advancement of a growing biologics pipeline in collaboration with our Copenhagen-based Process Science & Validation Team. The Lu-SBP team leads and supports the development of new product candidates from cell line development through commercial validation of Drug Substance and Drug Product manufacturing processes. Join us on our journey to advance brain health and transform lives.

SUMMARY:

Lundbeck Seattle's Center of Excellence is seeking a highly motivated and passionate Development Associate I to join the newly created Lab Operations team. The successful candidate will support all lab activities for the Upstream, Downstream, Analytics, and Formulation Development labs. Activities include ordering lab supplies, inventory management, glass-wash, autoclave operation, equipment maintenance and general buffer prep with emphasis on Upstream Process Development activities. Upstream daily responsibilities include cell culture passaging, bioreactor set-up, sampling, and tear down. This position requires excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills. Flexibility to support some weekend, evening, and holiday work is a must.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Key Cross Lab Responsibilities:

• Glass-wash, autoclave operation
• Daily rounds (pipette restocking, water bath maintenance, 70% ethanol bottle restock)
• Manage Center of Excellence inventory of reagents, chemicals, and consumables including ordering and receiving using Lundbeck procurement system
• Process biohazardous waste for pick-up
• Media and buffer preparation
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance of equipment as required (pH meter calibrations, cell counter quality control readings etc.)

Key Upstream Specific Responsibilities:

• Hands-on help in planning and execution of experiments
• Growth and expansion of shake flasks and plates
• Operation and set up of culture bags and bioreactors from 200 mL to 200 L scale
• Daily sampling and required feeding, including weekend work
• Post-run clean up and tear down
• Maintenance of equipment
• Maintain lab supplies
• Understanding experimental goals and assisting in laboratory experiments for bioprocess development, optimization, and characterization
• Timely and error-free completion of data entry in electronic lab notebooks (Benchling)
• Flexible schedule for daily reactor and shake-flask sampling activities, including weekend, evening, and holiday work
• Coordinate within the Upstream Development team and cross-functionally with the Downstream Process Development, Analytics and Formulation Development/Drug Product groups to establish seamless workflows and meet production and development timelines
• Share experimental analyses through written reports and group presentations
• Maintain an operational and safe working environment in accordance with corporate standards
• The duties of this role are generally conducted in a lab environment

As is typical of a lab-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to:

• Lift/carry up to 40 pounds unassisted/assisted
• Work comfortably in a controlled environment with and around biological, infectious, and hazardous materials
• Don appropriate PPE (Personal Protection Equipment)
• Use a computer
• Engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging
• Engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue
• Collaborate with others
• Maintain general availability during standard business hours

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• B.S. degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university
• Ability to meet deadlines while adapting to changing priorities
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as group needs demand
• Excellent organizational skills and an ability to prioritize effectively to deliver results within reasonably established timelines
• Proficiency with various MS Office programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint is required

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Proven ability to identify and troubleshoot critical issues associated with mammalian cell culture
• Proficiency with JMP statistical software
• Experience with electronic lab notebooks such as Benchling

TRAVEL

• Domestic and international travel up to 10% may be required

The range displayed is specifically for those potential hires who will work or reside in the state of Washington, if selected for this role, and may vary based on various factors such as the candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and proficiency for the role. Salary Pay Rate $32.00 - $37.00 per hour and eligibility for a 8% bonus target based on company and individual performance, and eligibility to participate in the company's long-term incentive plan. Additional benefits for this position include flexible paid time off (PTO), health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision and company match 401k. Additional benefits information can be found on our site. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.

Why Lundbeck

Lundbeck offers a robust and comprehensive benefits package to help employees live well and protect their health, family, and everyday life. Information regarding our benefit offering can be found on the U.S. career site.

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