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Sr. Scientist II

FUJIFILM Holdings America Corporation, Irvine, CA, United States


Position Overview
We are hiring a Sr Scientist II. The Sr Scientist II will provide technical leadership in support of commercialized products, late-stage product development, process development, and new product evaluations to meet company standards and customer expectations.

Job Description
Responsibilities

Perform cell culture experiments for development of cell biology research, product development for supporting media development projects

Educational background in Molecular/cell biology or any related field

Experience with mammalian cell culture, media preparation, and data analysis is preferred

Proficient in using statistical software such as Design of Expert, Excel, Graphpad Prism, etc.

Communicate research and development findings in cross-disciplinary team meetings as well as with external partners.

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Excellent creativity, technical decision-making, and trouble shooting skills.

Handling of various cell lines in both adherent and suspension cultures

Works on problems of moderate scope in which analysis of situation or data requires a review of identifiable factors

Exercises judgment within general defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action

Perform various chemical/biological assays such as cell counting, staining, and imaging

Perform data analysis and experimental design.

Prepare formal reports and presentations for group meetings

Actively participate in group/project meetings

Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications

Good Documentation Practices & Good Laboratory Practices

Required Skills/Education

Ph.D. with more than 5 years of relevant experience in Life Science, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, or related science.

Minimum five years of relevant experience, with emphasis in cell culture.

Cell culture experience.

In depth knowledge in CHO bioprocess workflows: Batch, Fed batch, Antibody production

Good Understanding of cell culture, media optimization and development

Broad scientific knowledge of Chemistry, Biochemistry, Cell Biology and Microbiology. Experience with conducting and creating new essays as needed.

Design of experiments (DOE) and other statistical tools.

Ability to use professional concepts, company's policies, and procedures to perform a wide range of assigned work and solve complex problems

Ability to demonstrate potential for technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others

Advanced knowledge of Cell Culture, Biochemistry and Cell Biology.

Advanced knowledge of basic laboratory equipment (scales, pH meters, etc.)

Knowledge of commonly used experimental/research concepts, practices, and procedures.

General knowledge of computer systems and productivity software.

General knowledge of project management.

General knowledge of GMP and GLP procedures.

Ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.

Secondary language proficiency in Mandarin

Good oral and written communication skills

Salary and Benefits

For California, the base salary range for this position is $103,093- $134,204.Compensation for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience, location, etc.).

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

EEO Information
Fujifilm is committedto providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (flbi@fujifilm.com).

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