Manufacturing Associate III / IV, Cell Culture (Days)

About This Role

Our factories run 24/7 operations. Our manufacturing teams work 12-hour shifts (either Days or Nights) on a 2-2-3 calendar rotation.

Shift Details: This role follows a 2-2-3 calendar rotation on days (6:00 AM – 6:00 PM ET)

Internal Shift Details: Red Days Rotation

Our Manufacturing Associates perform processing steps and manufacturing support activities in our Large Scale Manufacturing facility in Research Triangle Park (RTP). These teams are the backbone of our operations – each playing a critical role in delivering our therapies to the patients who need them.

Our teams are organized by the steps in the biomanufacturing process that they operate in; including – Upstream (Cell Culture), Downstream (Purification), and Media & Solution Preparation. Manufacturing Associates perform these critical steps in a clean environment governed by Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).

This role’s primary focus is on Upstream Cell Culture operations.

What You’ll Do

• Work in and help maintain a safe working environment
• Perform and monitor critical upstream processes and troubleshoot operational and equipment problems
• Help maintain cleanliness and audit readiness of process area
• Perform, document, and review cGMP manufacturing activities according to standard operating procedures, solution lot records and batch production records, both paper and electronic
• Perform in-process sampling and sampling analysis (pH, Osmolarity, Cell Counts, etc.)
• Production and filtration activities
• Upstream bioreactor processing

Who You Are

You’re driven by a mission to save lives and bring a deep sense of purpose to the work you do. Biomanufacturing is complex, and you thrive in fast-paced environments where learning agility, problem-solving, and adaptability are essential.

Required Skills for a Manufacturing Associate III: $25.96 - $34.13 Pay Range

• The following combination of academic and/or relevant experience may be considered:
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, STEM preferred and at minimum .5 years of direct experience
  • A BioWorks Certificate or associate's degree, STEM preferred and at minimum 1 year of direct experience
  • A High School Diploma (or equivalent) and at minimum of 1.5 years of direct experience
• Previous experience in a cGMP environment.
• Demonstrated ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and adhere to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Experience or understanding of working in an aseptic or cleanroom environment.
• Understanding of process automation and software systems (e.g. DeltaV, LIMS, etc.).
• Previous pipetting experience in a laboratory or manufacturing environment preferred.

Required Skills for a Manufacturing Associate IV: $31.25 - $40.87 Pay Range

• The following combination of academic and/or relevant experience may be considered:
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, STEM preferred and at minimum 2 years of direct experience
  • A BioWorks Certificate or associate's degree, STEM preferred and at minimum 2.5 year of direct experience
  • A High School Diploma (or equivalent) and at minimum of 3 years of direct experience
• Previous experience in a cGMP environment.
• Demonstrated ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and adhere to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Experience working in an aseptic or cleanroom environment.
• Understanding of process automation and software systems (e.g. DeltaV, LIMS, etc.).
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills on Incubators, Laminar Flow Hoods, Bioreactors, and Single Us Systems.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to climb ladders, work in tight spaces, and lift/move equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Must be comfortable working in cleanroom environments with required gowning and able to stand for up to 3 hours at a time.

 

Job Level: Entry Level

Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is: -

Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance. 

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
• Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement 
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
• Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance 
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit 
• 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan 
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year 
• Employee Resource Groups participation

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our Biogen.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.