Upstream Processing Scientist - I (Assistant)

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a Upstream Processing Scientist - I (Assistant) to join our pharmaceutical client in West Point, PA. This is a 12-month contract to start with the potential for extensions. Pay: $28.00 - $38.00/hr;W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. ACA-compliant supplemental package available for enrollment.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to sit on Primary Talent Partners W2 without sponsorship. Description: Responsibilities: Able to support onsite work and support occasional off-hour and/or weekend work (not to typically exceed 40 hours per week cumulative) Communicate effectively and promptly with client staff members Prepare laboratory reagents, solutions, and culture media Perform lab-scale upstream processing and needs-based purification support of vaccine products and process intermediates Setup process equipment for lab-scale experiments Perform in-process monitoring assays Analyze, collate, track, and report data back to client staff members Maintain records and test results following good laboratory practices (GLP) Work independently and efficiently Document work clearly and perform tests accurately Qualifications: Basic Minimum Qualifications: B.S. in Biology, Bio/chemistry, Bio/chemical Engineering, or related science or engineering field. At least six months of laboratory experience in upstream-focused bioprocessing (e.g. bioreactor operations for live virus culture, bacterial fermentation and/or mammalian cell culture). The ideal candidate would possess: General laboratory skills, experience with aseptic manipulations, pipettes Experience in operating bioreactors Experience in culturing microbial and/or mammalian cells Experience performing basic cell-based assays (e.g. cell counting, optical density, metabolite analysis) Experience with solution, reagent, buffer preparation Experience using formulas and linking spreadsheets in Excel Highly computer literate. Capable of quickly learning and adapting to new computer programs. Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills Excellent and proactive communication (oral and written) and attention to detail Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies. Additional Preferred Skills: Basic downstream / primary recovery operations (e.g. Lysis, Centrifugation, Filtration) Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Primary Talent Partners