Production Associate II Molecular Biology

PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE, MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

 

Argos Therapeutics, Inc. is a venture capital-backed pioneer in immunotherapy.  The Company’s focus is bringing to market therapeutic options that not only offer new promise for treatment of intractable diseases, but also an improved safety profile and better patient quality of life during treatment.  Our technology has strong application for cancer and other clinical challenges, including infectious disease, autoimmune disorders and transplantation.

 

SCOPE: 

Responsible for production of clinical and commercial products, including operating production equipment, manual operations, maintaining records and a clean room environment.



 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·  Manufacturing Operations – Execute approved or draft procedures to manufacture product.  Ensure that production batch records are completed at the highest standards according to company policies and procedures.  Execute startup and specific process operations related to Argos product manufacturing.  Perform daily manufacturing activities (process, equipment/component preparation and cleaning/sanitization of equipment and rooms) while ensuring adherence to company and governmental GMP regulations, policies and procedures.  Assist Supervisor with technical review and implementation of new procedures. Ensure training is current for processes and procedures relevant to all manufacturing activities.  In cooperation with others, assist in ordering supplies and maintaining an inventory adequate for production needs.

·  Environmental Monitoring – Execute and document environmental monitoring in classified areas as required.

·  Documentation – Ensure that all processes and procedures that are performed are documented in a timely manner in accordance with company and regulatory regulations.  As necessary, provide assistance with the review and revision of Batch Records, SOPs, Item Specifications and PFDs necessary for the manufacture of product. 

·  Personnel Training – Participate/assist with the training of new employees in accordance with company and governmental GMP regulations, policies and procedures.  Assist with the oversight of temporary, part-time and/or contract personnel to ensure adherence to company procedures at all times.  Ensure that all training documentation is current and complete.

·  Confidentiality – Ensure that information and documentation pertaining to Argos Therapeutics, Inc. is treated as confidential information and handled appropriately as confidential information.

·  Safety – Perform all job functions and responsibilities in a safe and responsible manner.  Ensure compliance of co-workers with all safety policies and procedures at all times.

·  Other duties as required.

 

 QUALIFICATIONS:

·  Requires a high school diploma with a minimum of 2-4 years laboratory experience, or Associate degree with 0-2 years experience. May have a Bachelors degree; however, not required. 

· Experience with PCR and other molecular biology techniques required, experience with aseptic technique and cGMP preferred.



·  Good interpersonal and communication skills are required.

·  Flexibility on work schedules and duties.

 

 

 

We offer a competitive compensation package along with outstanding benefits. For confidential consideration, please submit a resume and salary history to resumes@mindspring.com . To learn more about our company check out our website at www.argostherapeutics.com.  Equal Opportunity Employer.