Job Title: Senior Lab Associate, Bioreactor Process Design
Location: Redmond, WA
Reports to: Scientific Director, Bioreactor Process Design
About Us:
At Just-Evotec, we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a forward-thinking team, we thrive on challenging the status quo, learning from each other, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We're on a mission to create a place where curiosity isn't just encouraged, it’s celebrated.
Are you someone who asks questions, seeks answers, and isn't afraid to go deeper? #BeCureious with us and see where your curiosity can take you!
The Role:
We’re looking for a passionate and curious Associate Scientist to join our team. If you’re excited by new challenges, solving complex problems, and learning every step of the way, you might just be the perfect fit. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive impactful projects, collaborate with bright minds, and explore uncharted territories.
As an Associate Scientist at Just-Evotec, you'll have the freedom to ask the hard questions, think outside the box, and find creative solutions that push us forward. It’s a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team.
What You’ll Do:
- Support development and tech transfer of early and late-stage upstream processes for biotherapeutics manufacturing as well as technology development projects.
- Prepare and run bench-scale bioreactors and bioreactor-related equipment (controllers, pumps, autoclaves, etc.) including building and autoclaving bioreactor parts and assemblies as well as assisting with bench-scale bioreactor operations (daily sampling and analytics, cleaning and maintenance, inoculation activities, run preparation, and troubleshooting).
- Learn to design, execute, and analyze statistically designed experiments (DOE).
- Acquire knowledge in bioreactor control systems, related software, and analytical equipment.
- Maintain and troubleshoot instruments issue while maintaining a clean and organized lab space
- Author SOPs, reports, and slides to summarize, and interpret experiment results with supervision.
- Communicate experimental plans and data to cross-functional teams and clients.
- Potential for weekend work (5-day work week/ 2 days off) and being on-call for critical bioreactor runs.
Who You Are:
- BS in Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or related field and 0-2 years industry experience.
- Strong writing skills and excellent attention to detail; able to stay organized and relaxed in complex situations while keeping track of multiple tasks and data.
- Enthusiastic problem-solver who is self-motivated, able to make and follow through on goals, action-oriented, flexible, and eager to learn and grow their science and technology skill set.
- Experience with Microsoft Office apps (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Experience with aseptic technique
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally respond in person to alarms during off-hours.
Additional Qualifications:
- Experience with upstream and/or downstream bioprocessing equipment, especially perfusion technology.
- Experience preparing cell culture media and buffers.
- Experience with design of experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis.
- Experience analyzing data in tools such as JMP, R, or Python.
- General understanding of cell biology and fluid dynamics.
Why Join Us:
- Growth Opportunities: We’re a company that believes in continuous learning and development. Whether it’s professional courses, mentorship, or new projects, we’ll help you grow.
- Flexible Work Environment: We offer flexible work options to help you balance your professional and personal life, with hybrid work schedules in many of our various locations.
- Inclusive Culture: We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone’s voice is valued, and curiosity is encouraged.
- Innovative Projects: You’ll have the chance to work on groundbreaking initiatives and cutting-edge technology in an atmosphere where your curiosity is the key to success.
- A Place for Big Ideas: We don’t just talk about thinking outside the box—we throw the box away. If you’ve got ideas, we want to hear them.
Are You Still Curious?
If you’ve read this far, then chances are you’ve got a curious mind, just like us. So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap and apply today. We can’t wait to see where your curiosity leads you and how it will shape the future of Just-Evotec.
Let your curiosity guide your career. #BeCurious and explore the endless possibilities at Just-Evotec!
The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $78,000 to $82,000; Base salary offered may vary depending on individual’s skills, experience and competitive market value.
Additional total rewards include discretionary annual bonus, comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, short-term and long-term disability, company paid basic life insurance, 401k company match, flexible work, generous paid time off and paid holiday, wellness and transportation benefits.
Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.