Job Description
Company DescriptionWith manufacturing sites across the US, UK, Germany and Denmark, LGC Biosearch Technologies has plans to continue growing. We deliver mission critical genomics to our diverse customer base in molecular diagnostics, pharma/biotech and agrigenomics. Our integrated portfolio of products, services and expertise supports our purpose of Science for a Safer World and we have embodied our mission by working with customers to enable research into life-altering treatment for disease and illness worldwide. We are currently seeking candidates who are up for the challenge of operating in a high-growth, purpose-driven organisation. Job DescriptionThe Associate Production Scientist will manufacture competent cells for the Company's various product lines. The position may expand to also support manufacture of additional product lines and development of new products, applications and businesses.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the following essential functions satisfactorily:
Contribute to operations teams performing manufacturing, materials management, and maintenance activities in a manner consistent with LGC-Lucigen's
ISO 13485
quality systemsManufacture electrocompetent and chemically competent cellsIn accordance with designated procedures and work instructions, prepare and perform QC on completed competent cell batchesSupport and follow competent cell protocols geared towards robust and cost-effective production of the productsProcess, record, and analyze data following approved protocols and using good documentation practicesEffectively communicate results to the LGC-Lucigen teamCollaborate with team members in providing product to meet the production plan and customer requirementsConduct studies and follow protocols supporting process improvements, investigations, and corrective/preventative actionsDeliver high-quality documentation consistent with LGC-Lucigen's quality systemConscientiously learn and diligently follow the requirements of the ISO 13485
quality management systemAdhere to company Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) policy and other related environmental health and safety role requirementsPerform other duties as required to meet business needsQualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
Highschool diploma or relevant degree (GED)2 or more years of experience in a lab setting directly working with biological or lab material and equipmentDemonstrated experience and proficiency operating standard laboratory equipment (e.g. pH meters, conductivity meters, pipettes)Ability to become adept at the development and implementation of new technologies and technical processes that improve the quality, efficiency, and/or productivity of products and/or laboratory servicesWorking knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, and ExcelPreferred Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in relevant life sciences field (molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, etc.)First-hand experience performing molecular biology techniquesExperience with cell culturesDemonstrated experience and proficiency with aseptic techniqueIndustry experience in pharma, biotech, or medical device, particularly within an ISO-certified quality environmentCompetencies & Behaviors:
Ability to work and collaborate with functional peer groups, including Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Product Dispensing, and Warehousing, outside of immediate production teamEffective written and verbal communication skills with technical staff and peersAbility to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions to effectively meet production needsAptitude to work in a complex and rapidly growing companyResults-oriented, ensuring targets are met on time and on budgetEffective time management and organizational skillsMust be highly accurate and detail-orientedAbility to work well in a team environment and possess an ability to adapt to change in the environmentDemonstrated good professional judgment and reliabilityResonate and operate in line with LGC's core value behaviors: Passion, Curiosity, Integrity, Brilliance, and Respect.
Additional InformationABOUT LGC
LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers' products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range. OUR VALUESPASSIONCURIOSITY
INTEGRITYBRILLIANCERESPECTEQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.
For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com#scienceforasaferworld