Pilot Production Technician II

About the Organization My company shares my passion for helping to improve human health around the world." "This is My MedImmune." Those who join MedImmune feel a sense of ownership about their future. They thrive with a recognized leader in the biotechnology industry and the wholly-owned subsidiary of AstraZeneca plc. Here, you will join passionate professionals who advance science, technology and medicine to develop products designed to help people live better lives. You will excel in an environment characterized by respect, integrity and growth opportunities• that encourages both individual contribution and collaborative entrepreneurial thinking. Our products and/or product candidates are designed to address areas of need in infection, oncology, respiratory disease and inflammation, cardiovascular/gastrointestinal disease and neuroscience. Explore a MedImmune career as we strive to better more lives, more often, around the world. Description Title: Pilot Production Technician II Location: MD, Gaithersburg - Corporate Headquarters Req: 01989 Position Summary: Responsible for executing pilot-scale processes for the manufacture of biologics (recombinant proteins) for use in various pre-clinical studies such as toxicology, formulation and viral clearance Major Duties and Responsibilities (including supervising others): Proficient in the operation and cleaning of production equipment such as bioreactors, centrifuges, filtration devices, chromatography equipment, washers and/or autoclaves. Weigh and check raw materials, assemble and clean process equipment, monitor processes. Complete production documentation and maintain clean working environment. Submit samples for analytical testing. Edit production documentation and job aids/Standard Operating Procedures as needed to accurately reflect process steps and capture process changes. Provide training and operational guidance to junior staff and also serves to mentor junior staff in manufacturing techniques. Communicate with co-workers across Development organizations and assist, as requested, in planning of process operations. Demonstrate good interpersonal skills, pay close attention to detail, and function successfully in a team environment. Discuss challenges and potential resolutions with colleagues and senior personnel. Maintain a professional and productive relationship with supervisor and co-workers. Position Requirements Special Skills/Abilities: Prior GMP experience preferred. Job Complexity: Work on routine manufacturing assignments as well as other assignments that are complex in nature where considerable judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems, trouble shooting and making recommendations. Supervision: Work under periodic supervision from the area supervisor. Perform routine work with minimal instruction and new assignments with general instruction. (Supervision required, level of independence) Educational Requirements Requirements/Qualifications: Education: B.S. or Associates degree in a scientific discipline preferred. Experience: Minimum 2 years Company Info None Specified

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Category:	Transportation
	> Aviation
Location:	Gaithersburg, MD
County:	Montgomery County
ZIP Code:	20877
Pay Rate:	Open
Job Terms:	full time
Company:	MedImmune Inc.
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