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Edinburgh
Permanent
28,000 - 32,000 plus additional paid benefits
Our client is a dynamic, growth-oriented company seeking a Manufacturing Scientist whose skills and expertise will play a key role in advancing their cutting-edge technology.
Operating within an ISO 9001-accredited environment, the Manufacturing Scientist must adhere to controlled processes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while actively contributing to production planning and execution. The ideal candidate will have a proactive approach, strong accountability, and the ability to effectively communicate progress to the Manufacturing Operations Manager and broader team.
Areas of responsibility and primary objectives
Cell Culture & Differentiation:
- Perform aseptic culturing of human iPSCs, including expansion, maintenance, and banking.
- Differentiate iPSCs into specific cell types (neurons, cardiomyocytes, microglia, astrocytes, etc.) using established protocols.
- Conduct routine monitoring of cell morphology, viability, and confluency to ensure optimal conditions.
- Ability to conduct QC testing assays including PCR, ICC and flow cytometry
- Manufacture iPSC-derived products and cell culture media following SOPs and ISO 9001 standards.
- Ensure batch-to-batch consistency, reproducibility, and high quality of all products.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for manufacturing and quality control processes to ensure full traceability.
- Assist in the planning and scheduling of production runs to meet customer demand and commercial targets.
- Coordinate production efforts across multiple sites, including R&D, ensuring smooth knowledge transfer.
- Procure stock and manage inventory to optimize production efficiency and maintain stock levels.
- Present progress updates in operations meetings as required.
- Support QA processes to maintain compliance with ISO 9001 quality management system.
- Perform laboratory housekeeping, including stock control, equipment monitoring, and waste disposal.
- Provide out-of-hours coverage for cell culture on a rotational basis.
Performance - High quality products, right first time, every time
Accountability - Approach all tasks with diligence and exceed highest standards of integrity and responsibility
Transparency - Openness and willingness to learn from our customers and colleagues
Act with Integrity - Honest and committed to doing what is best for our customers and our Company
Diversity & Inclusivity - Environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and part of the team. Where all employees are empowered to be listened to and heard
Collaborative Culture - Teams seek expertise of colleagues across the business to do their best, innovative work
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