Assistant Scientist/Engineer (Pilot Plant, Purification) - (Job Number: 0803191)

Assistant Scientist/Engineer (Pilot Plant, Purification) - (Job Number: 0803191) DescriptionCentocor, Inc. develops innovative biomedicines. The world leader in monoclonal antibody production and technology, Centocor has brought critical biologic therapies to patients suffering from debilitating immune disorders. Centocor, Inc., a member of Johnson & Johnson's Family of Companies, is recruiting an Assistant Scientist/Engineer for Pilot Plant, Purification located in Spring House, PA. The purification operations include: bioreactor material harvest, column chromatography, viral clearance filtration, UF/DF, and final bulk fill. The essential functions for this position include: hands-on performance of purification processes in pilot plant responsible for producing new products for clinical trials, ensuring compliance with cGMP, ensuring timely completion of pilot plant operations consistent with new product production activities of department. The major activities are: equipment preparation; preparation and control of SOP's, batch records, and other compliance documents; participation in technical cGMP training for pilot plant personnel; participation in technical transfer activities from other groups. Additional responsibility is performance of purification development projects utilizing chromatography, tangential flow filtration, normal filtration, and other techniques. A minimum of a B.S. in a related Science or Engineering field with 0 - 4 years experience is required. The ability to work in a team and basic computer skills are required. Good communication, and strong scientific problem solving skills are preferred. Knowledge of cGMP production is preferred. The ability to work 2 nd shift (2PM-11PM) is required. If you want to explore the many small-company environments behind the big-company impact of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies, bid on this position today! Apply Now