Reagent Manufacturing Associate III

About Vizgen:

Vizgen is a rapidly growing company developing the next generation of spatially resolved genomic profiling tools that enable researchers to gain new insight into the biological systems that underlie human health and disease. The company's groundbreaking MERSCOPE product utilizes MERFISH spatial transcriptomics technology to image RNA molecules with high accuracy and unrivaled detection efficiency at subcellular resolution. MERFISH provides transformative insight into a wide range of tissue-scale basic research and translational medicine in oncology, immunology, neuroscience, infectious disease, developmental biology, and regenerative medicine. For more information, go to www.vizgen.com

Summary:

We are looking for highly motivated, experienced Reagent Manufacturing Associates to join our team and help us create a world-class manufacturing organization capable of meeting the needs of our high-growth company. Reporting to Vizgen's Reagent Manufacturing Supervisor, the Reagent Manufacturing Associate III will be responsible for building components according to production schedules, being the knowledge expert of manufacturing protocols, identifying opportunities for process improvements, and reporting production via work orders.

Responsibilities:

• Reagent and consumables formulation, filling, and final product kitting.
• Knowledge expert at the bench on relevant protocols with understanding of the "why" and "how" of each step.
• Assisting with development, validation, and release of new products, processes, and manufacturing automation.
• Assist with creation and refinement of effective manufacturing documentation and production records (Work Instructions, SOP's, QCP's, Batch Records).
• Training of new associates.
• Reporting production and maintenance of production databases, as well as completing work orders to maintain inventory accuracy.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Associate's with 6+ years of experience or Bachelor's with 4+ years of experience in a reagent-oriented biotech manufacturing role. Experience with RNA/DNA reagent manufacturing a strong plus. Degree in biology or related disciple is preferred.
• Equivalent industry experience will be considered in lieu of any degree.
• Excellent knowledge and skills in biotech laboratory techniques and common quality. control methods and equipment (pH, conductivity, refractive index, etc.).
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles.
• High-energy, highly motivated, willing to work overtime if needed.
• Strong customer-service orientation, eager to meet expectations of both external and internal customers.
• Enthusiastic about building an effective manufacturing operation, one that is robust and scalable and able to meet the needs of the company now and into the future.
• Experience working within regulated environments (FDA, IVD, LDT, ISO, etc.) is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills, working with internal and external colleagues and customers from diverse scientific, engineering, operational, and regulatory disciplines.

If you aren't sure you meet every requirement but are excited about what you read here, please consider applying! We believe diversity drives innovation. Above all, we're looking for the right person with skills and talent to grow the company together all while enriching your professional and scientific experience. We offer a competitive salary, meaningful stock ownership, 401K, health benefits, a great work environment and the opportunity to enter a high-growth startup company. We are recruiting candidates who have demonstrated leadership and excellence throughout their careers and are excited by the prospect of tackling challenging technical problems.

This position may be subject to pre-employment checks, including driving history check, drug screening and a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. All pre- employment checks will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Vizgen is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and affords equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.