Biochemist I (Must Have Tissue culture, assay skills, Sterile technique, Dilution & Pipetting)

Position : Biochemist I (Must Have Tissue culture, assay skills, Sterile technique, Dilution & Pipetting)
Location : San Diego, CA
Duration : 12 Months
Total Hours/week : 40.00
1st Shift
Client: Medical Device Company
Job Category: Industrial
Level of Experience: Entry Level
Employment Type: Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only)
3 Must haves on the resume: Tissue culture skills (hybridoma cell particularly), assay skills, and hands-on operation on lab equipment.
Job Description

The Biochemist I is expected to work independently, perform all laboratory functions that involved in Tissue Culture such as Hybridoma roller bottle cell culture, ascites production, insect cell shaker culture, recombinant protein production, in-process assays, and safety procedures.
The Biochemist I is expected to learn sterile technique and make antibodies.
The biochemist I is expected to be capable to complete assigned tissue culture procedures with good quality by following SOPs and batch records.
The position is expected to perform data entries timely and properly.
The biochemist I is expected to learn more procedures regularly based on the production requirements.
The position is expected to finish assignments on time to help keep up Tissue Culture productivity.
In addition, biochemist I is responsible for completing their individual training plan based on the approved IIGs annually.
The position works closely with senior biochemist to ensure that the assignments are done properly before due dates.
The position will support and participate in continuous improvement projects as identified by the Executive Steering Committee and assigned by the manager.
Position Qualifications
Education:

Typically requires BS degree at a 4-year degree program in science or equivalent combination of related education and experience.
Work Experience

Typically requires 0-2 years’ experience in a Biotech/ Life Science manufacturing environment.
Have some working knowledge in the science disciplines and operation of basic lab equipment.
Required Licenses

None
Techniques Required

Pipetting
Dilution
Centrifugation
Sterile technique
Techniques Desired

Cell culture
Knowledge And Skills Required

Demonstrated ability to use laboratory instruments and applicable computer software.
Knowledge of general laboratory safety
Effective interpersonal skills, verbal, and written communication
Demonstrated ability to follow established policies and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to keep neat, accurate, complete, and legible records and logs.
Possess analytical problem-solving skills.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds weight.
Physical Requirements

General physical requirements: Sedentary work
Visual acuity requirements: Inspection / Administrative.
Motion and sensory requirements: Talking, hearing, and walking.