Avid Bioservices, Inc.

Scientist, Cell Line Development

Avid Bioservices, Inc.$85K — $116K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • M.S. in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field.
  • 2-5 years of industry experience in cell development for biologics.
  • Hands-on experience with CHO cell systems, transfection, and clone screening for various recombinant molecules.
  • Strong knowledge of mammalian cell culture and bio-process engineering concepts.
  • Proficient in aseptic mammalian cell culture techniques.
  • Familiarity with automation platforms and data analysis tools.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design and execute strategies for stable CHO cell line development.
  • Perform CHO cell line development and characterization studies, including transfection and selection.
  • Culture mammalian cells across multiple scales and formats, ideally experienced with ambr 250 and bioreactors.
  • Implement high-throughput screening and automation tools for clone evaluation.
  • Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
  • Author and review development reports and presentations.
  • Present updates at client and cross-functional meetings.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) matching.
  • Paid time off.
  • Opportunities for career growth and development.
  • Supportive and inclusive work environment.
Full Job Description
Description

Your Role:

As a Cell Line Development Scientist, you will play a critical role in establishing high-performing mammalian cell lines that enable early-phase biologics programs. This position offers the opportunity to shape foundational capabilities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment focused on innovation and client success.

  • Design and execute strategies for stable cell line development using CHO cell line systems.
  • Perform hands-on CHO cell line development and characterization studies, including transfection, selection, single cell subcloning, growth and productivity screening, cell banking and stability assessment of cell banks.
  • Culture mammalian cells across multiple scales and formats, from 96-well plates up to large shake flasks, experience with ambr 250 and bioreactors is ideal.
  • Implement high-throughput screening and automation tools for clone evaluation.
  • Maintain rigorous documentation and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
  • Author and review cell line development reports, summaries, and presentations.
  • Present updates at client and cross-functional meetings.
  • Partner with Upstream and Downstream Process Development and Analytical teams to deliver integrated solutions.
  • Contribute to technology evaluations and continuous improvement initiatives for cell line workflows.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • M.S. in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field.
  • 2-5 years of industry experience in cell development for biologics.
  • Hands-on experience with CHO cell systems, transfection methods, and clone screening for production of monoclonal antibodies, antibody-like molecules, enzymes, cytokines, bi-specifics and other recombinant molecules.
  • Strong knowledge of mammalian cell culture, molecular biology techniques and bio process engineering concepts.
  • Proficient in aseptic mammalian cell culture techniques.
  • Familiarity with automation platforms and data analysis tools.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements for GMP manufacturing.
  • Exposure to high-throughput analytics and bioinformatics tools.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This role is a full-time position. Days of work are Monday through Friday. The employee must also, if instructed, have the ability to work overtime and/or weekends when necessary.

Compensation:

We offer competitive compensation packages for this role, including a base salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

The compensation range for this role is $85,000 to $116,000 annually depending on experience and qualifications. Additionally, we offer opportunities for career growth and development as well as a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Who you are:
  • You have a "bring it on!" team player approach and an unshakable positive attitude, always ready to tackle anything that comes your way.
  • Your written and verbal skills are out of this world, and you communicate with clarity and confidence.
  • You have exceptional multitasking skills and an unparalleled attention to detail that ensure the smooth running of everything.
  • You are a master at building relationships, capable of establishing connections with anyone, be it team members, clients, vendors, or suppliers.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

In this dynamic role, expect a blend of regular activities like sitting, standing, and walking, with occasional physically engaging tasks such as lifting objects up to 20 pounds. The work environment might expose you to electrical shocks, toxic chemicals, vibrations, or loud noise levels occasionally. However, reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with different abilities to perform effectively, ensuring a supportive and adaptable work setting. Your visual acuity, including close, distance, and color vision, will be essential in navigating through the diverse day-to-day demands of this position.

About Avid Bioservices, Inc.

Avid Bioservices, Inc. is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) focused on development and CGMP manufacturing of biopharmaceutical drug substances derived from mammalian cell culture. The company provides a comprehensive range of process development, high quality CGMP clinical and commercial manufacturing services for the biotechnology and biopharmaceutical industries. With 25 years of experience producing monoclonal antibodies and recombinant proteins in batch, fed-batch and perfusion modes, Avid's services include CGMP clinical and commercial drug substance manufacturing, bulk packaging, release and stability testing and regulatory submissions support. The company also provides a variety of process development activities, including cell line development and optimization, cell culture and feed optimization, analytical methods development and product characterization.
Learn more about Avid Bioservices, Inc.
Size
321 employees
Market Cap
$873.5 million
Industry
Net Income
$4.4 million
5 Year Trend
+15.7%
Revenue
$80.8 million
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