mRNA Associate Manufacturing Scientist I

Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions.

GenScript is seeking an mRNA Associate Manufacturing Scientist I to join our team in Seattle, WA. 

Position Overview:

• Conduct DNA processing through PCR, digestion, and purification techniques to ready templates for in-vitro transcription.
• Execute diverse enzymatic reactions as per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to generate and refine mRNA.
• Employ High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), spin columns, and LiCl precipitation for the purification of mRNA.
• Adhere strictly to validated processes outlined in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) during the production phase.
• Rigorously document all processes and materials employed for each product, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 regulations.
• Maintain inventory records through an advanced inventory management system
• Facilitate the procurement of materials for production through internal and external channels.
• Undertake any additional tasks as assigned by the production manager to contribute to the seamless operation of the production process.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree Biology or Chemistry related field.
• Experience working with mRNA is a plus.
• Experience with PCR, HPLC, or enzymatic reactions is desired.
• Ability to work as part of a small cross-disciplinary team to accomplish both short term and long term goals.
• Ability to quickly and accurately perform tasks in high repetition.
• Experience successfully working in a fast-pace, high-demand environment is highly desirable.
• Ability to communicate with peers and managers in a polite and concise manner is highly desirable.

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance/ Vision Insurance/ Dental Insurance
• 401(k) & Retirement Savings Plan (RSP)
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• New Child Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Company Holidays per year
• Paid Sick Days (earned based on hours worked)
• Compassionate Leave
• Jury Duty Leave
• Float day
• Personal days
• Free colleague meals during shift

Compensation:
Salary range: $55,000 – $65,000 total compensation, including bonus, depending on experience and qualifications.