BTEC Scientist

BTEC Scientist BTEC Scientist

Company:

North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Raleigh, North Carolina

Category:

Laboratory and Research

Type:

Full-Time Join the Pack! A community with nearly 8,000 faculty and staff, and 30,000 students. NC State is one of the largest employers in North Carolina, offering a large range of career opportunities.

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Location:

Raleigh, NC Essential Job Duties:

At BTEC, the Scientist will serve as both scientist and mentor. This position offers a rewarding balance between educational impact and translational research, providing opportunities to drive process improvement and contribute to the global biomanufacturing community. We are committed to your professional evolution, fostering an environment where you are encouraged to continually improve your knowledge and skill sets. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Downstream Operations, you will combine your passion for biomanufacturing R D with a mission to educate. We are looking for a self-driven Scientist who thrives in a collaborative team environment and is ready to lead laboratory work, instruct students, and master complex downstream processes. Your daily impact will range from supporting academic and professional courses to driving innovative research and improvement projects. Essential job duties include but are not limited to the following:

Teaching and Instructional Support Inspire Future Talent:

Lead and support engaging lab sessions for varied course participants, fostering a deep understanding of downstream bioprocessing. Actively instruct course participants on scientific principles, lab procedures, and the application of downstream theory. Manage the end-to-end logistics for assigned courses, including planning, preparation, and post-lab clean-up. Champion the BTEC Mission and Vision • Participate in activities to promote and support BTEC's mission and vision both internally and externally to the University. • Mentor research students and interns while training staff and developing internal materials to ensure consistent operational knowledge. Research and Development Drive innovation: Optimize and co-develop course labs, conduct biomanufacturing research and champion downstream improvement projects, with support from the Assistant Director. Proactively identify and pursue opportunities to ensure BTEC teaching content remains effective, current and state-of-the-art.

Scientific Contribution:

Independently plan, execute, document, and analyze experiments that contribute to a broader scientific community. Communicate research findings through clear, concise, and accurate reports, presentations or technical articles. Routine Operations and Lab Maintenance Maintain Operational Excellence Design and maintain organization systems to ensure all assigned lab areas are clean, safe, and logistically sound. Ensure all spaces, equipment and materials are "ready-to-use" for a seamless student experience. Establish and oversee robust processes for local inventory, documentation and equipment logbooks to drive operational efficiency. Ensure all spaces, equipment and materials are "ready-to-use" for a seamless student experience. Manage the end-to-end logistics for assigned courses, including planning, preparation, and post-lab clean-up. Technical Troubleshooting Take the lead on equipment reliability, from commissioning new tools to solving complex process issues. Suggest and execute preventative actions for equipment and processes to ensure labs are always in a ready-to-use state. Quality Standards Uphold safety and simulated-GMP standards, ensuring BTEC remains a model for industry excellence. Lead the creation and revision of process documentation to ensure established practices are followed and continuously improved.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

Other duties as assigned by supervisor or BTEC directors.

Minimum Experience/Education:

B.S. in Engineering or Science (e.g., biotechnology, biochemistry, chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, biology, microbiology, molecular biology or similar field) with 4+ years of lab-based experience OR M.S. in a related discipline (as listed above). •Required degree must be completed prior to start date Hands-on expertise in experimental design and downstream unit operations or transferable expertise to enable quickly mastering downstream unit operations. (e.g., centrifugation, homogenization, filtration, chromatography).

Required Qualifications:

Effective Communicator:

Present complex information clearly and concisely. Build strong interpersonal relationships and collaborate effectively with BTEC colleagues, students, faculty, and industry professionals Maintain professional and productive communications with service providers and external collaborators. Adaptable Maintain and advance proficiency in Google Workspace and MS Office suites while demonstrating a willingness to master new software and technologies. Work effectively both independently and as a team member, with the discernment to know when each approach is most appropriate. Navigate shifting projects, priorities, and schedules with a flexible and positive mindset.

Growth Mindset:

A self-driven learner with high emotional intelligence.

Technical Problem-Solver:

Skilled in troubleshooting equipment and processes with a high attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

Instructional experience training peers, junior staff, or students Deep understanding of the theory behind biomanufacturing downstream operations or ability to quickly develop this knowledge Practical experience in a Good Manufacturing Practice (CGMP) or regulated environment Proven ability to perform independent R D (literature search through data analysis) Experience writing technical SOPs, batch records, protocols, or research articles Demonstrated ability to design and sustain efficient systems for lab organization, inventory, and documentation.

Required License or Certification:

N/A AA/EEO

Statement:

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. HigherEd360 is part of the HigherEdJobs network.