Biomedical Technician - Biomanufacturing Facility

Overview

Cedars-Sinai Biomanufacturing Center (CBC) is a 22,000 square foot, state-of-the-art biomanufacturing facility located in West Hollywood, California. The CBC is comprised of a cGMP cell manufacturing facility, housing multiple cleanroom cell production suites, and process development rooms for producing the next generation of cell and gene therapies. These new therapies will be used for human IND-enabling clinical trials. With combined expertise and a cGMP-compliant approach to manufacture cells at scale, the CBC will overcome many challenges by building innovative technologies, connecting protocols, up-scaling of processes and achieving FDA standards for all steps involved to bring innovative cell therapy solutions to researchers and translation scientists.

With our world-class expertise in stem cell (iPSC) biology, bioprocessing, translational medicine and manufacturing, the CBC is providing a much-needed biomanufacturing center in Southern California. To learn more, please visit:
Biomanufacturing Center | Cedars-Sinai (cedars-sinai.edu)

What will you be doing in this role?

The Biomedical Technician participates on wet- and dry-laboratory projects and may execute tasks requiring compliance with all Federal and State accrediting agency requirements and/or GLP. Responsible for assigned wet lab work, lab maintenance, and writing and recording controlled documents. Performs all activities strictly according to SOPs, with accurate documentation, and may assist quality control team with required testing activities. Installs and maintains laboratory equipment to ensure accurate functioning of devices.

Assists in addressing complex issues and troubleshooting.

Primary

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of process development tasks for multiple clients following standard operating procedures that will be different for each project based on the type of work.
• Writes and maintains good documentation in laboratory notebooks, data records/transfers, SOPs, and batch records.
• Drafts standard operating procedures and maintains computer database.
• Verifies samples received, logs samples into systems, and may transport to the appropriate environment within the facility for storage following SOPs.
• Performs lab maintenance duties, including glassware cleaning and sterilization.
• Maintains lab equipment and related records.
• Prepares and maintains material inventories, and places orders for equipment and supplies.
• Assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery.
• Ensures all activities align with regulatory guidelines and safety standards, as appropriate. Interacts with core laboratory customers with integrity and respect and communicates effectively with the customers.

Qualifications

Education:

• Associate Degree in biology, biochemistry, or related science or engineering specialization is required. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience &

Skills:

• One (1) year of experience working in a lab or biotech environment.
• A minimum of one (1) year working with biomedical equipment, including maintenance and/or testing, is required.
• Must have outstanding interpersonal, communication, organization skills, and the ability to work across company fields and functional units, and computer application experience.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements including Federal, FDA, State, and standards set by accrediting bodies.
• Familiar with routine laboratory procedures, experimental protocols, and overall lab organization.
• Knowledge of specialized equipment.
• Ability to use databases. Must possess computer skills to include, but not limited, to Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Responds to emergency calls in order to troubleshoot malfunctions of equipment and able to resolve the problem quickly and accurately.