Engineer III, Manufacturing Sciences - Cell Culture
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About This Role
An Engineer in Manufacturing Sciences serves as a key scientific resource supporting cell culture bioprocessing for drug substance manufacturing at Biogen’s RTP facility. This role enables successful production of biopharmaceuticals by executing laboratory studies and sample analysis, assisting upstream process transfers into GMP manufacturing, and providing scientific input on ongoing commercial operations.
What You’ll Do
Provide technical expertise in mammalian cell culture and bioreactor operations to support technology transfer and process improvement initiatives
Plan, execute, and document laboratory studies under moderate supervision to improve process robustness, enhance process understanding, and troubleshoot manufacturing issues
Collaborate with Technical Development, Engineering, and GMP Manufacturing on cross-functional project teams
Support upstream GMP operations, including process transfer activities, ongoing manufacturing campaigns, and laboratory analysis of samples from manufacturing
Serve as technical SME for investigations, contributing to root cause analysis and implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs)
Represent manufacturing sciences in change controls, continuous improvement initiatives, capital projects, and new component introductions
Support process validation activities, including batch execution and authoring technical summary reports
Analyze manufacturing data and experimental results, clearly communicating insights and recommendations to stakeholders
Who You Are
You are a hands-on, scientifically driven problem solver with experience in mammalian cell culture. You thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy proactive ownership of laboratory operations, and are motivated to improve manufacturing processes through practical, data-driven solutions.
Required Skills
Bachelor’s degree in relevant scientific or technical fields from an accredited college or university
At minimum 2 years of directly relevant industry or industry-adjacent experience
Familiarity with biopharmaceutical manufacturing or mammalian cell culture
Previous experience with some or all of the following: execute laboratory studies, perform biochemical testing of samples, and/or analyze data
Willingness and ability to work on-site more frequently during training periods, critical projects, audits, etc., and rotating weekend work
Preferred skills
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or life science
Prior experience acting as a technical SME within a manufacturing support organization
Demonstrated experience leading scientific studies related to cell culture
Experience supporting deviations, technical assessments, change controls, CAPAs, and regulatory documentation
Job Level: Professional
Additional Information
The base compensation range for this role is: $81,000.00-$105,000.00
Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.
Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.
In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees’ and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being ; including, but not limited to:
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation
Why Biogen?
We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.
At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our Biogen.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
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