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We are currently hiring for multiple Scientist openings in the gene therapy field here in the Columbus, Ohio area! These openings are primarily going to help support the manufacturing of Gene Therapy products in a cleanroom laboratory environment. Most of the lab work will include performing a lot of cell culture related duties.

An ideal candidate will have a Bachelors Degree in a scientific field such as biochemistry, microbiology, biology, molecular genetics, or other similar fields. We are also looking for experience performing cell culture related duties (ideally mammalian or eukaryotic cells). This experience may come from undergraduate research/internships or ideally from industry. A PhD or similar level candidate would be considered overqualified for these openings.

Job Description

The Scientist I is responsible for supporting all aspects of this Gene Therapy manufacturing lab which will include both utilizing laboratory skills and techniques, and various documentation duties. Duties will include:

• Will primarily perform cell culturing duties relating to either production, virus development, or other duties as needed.
• Work in collaboration with laboratory management and staff to cultivate and enact the strategic direction of the GMP area, including determination of schedule and project timelines/capabilities.
• Support PD resources and supply chain, including maintaining materials inventory control to meet production goals.
• Work in Biosafety Cabinets.
• Operate and perform calibration, validation, and cleaning of all facility equipment and systems as specified in SOPs.
• Assist in process documentation review, revision, remediation, and process change controls.
• Work closely with GMP Management to ensure continuous improvement objectives are identified and met using metrics and other statistical means.
• Participate in making and developing viruses, including some PD work.
  
  

Qualifications

• BS degree in a scientific field, ideally in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology, or Genetics, but would consider other related fields.
• Experience in tissue culture, virology, microbiology, mammalian cell culture, and/or eukaryotic systems.
• PhD or similar level candidates would be considered overqualified for these openings.
  
  

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  
  

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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