Bioprocess Development - Senior Bioprocess Engineer/Scientist at Atomic Machines

Emeryville, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Advanced degree (MS or PhD preferred, BS acceptable with equivalent experience) with 5+ years of experience in technical development in a biopharmaceutical or similar industry
  • Extensive experience in CHO cell culture development with strong technical understanding of cell culture processes, scale-up principles, and optimization techniques
  • Experience with process development from both an early stage and late stage perspective
  • Experience with benchtop scales (250ml - 10L) is a must, experience with larger scales (50L - 1KL) is a plus
  • Experience with single use bioreactors is a plus
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with clarity in communication around the tradeoffs in scope, quality, time and (human) resources
  • Ability to come with creative, cost-effective solutions to accelerate timelines, knowing when to be flexible and when to be assertive
  • Effective integrator - quick learner and effective facilitator who can integrate knowledge, data, and experience from others to make efficient progress
  • Thoughtful coworker who cares deeply about the company's mission and culture
  • Thrives in a dynamic environment and can take on the plurality of challenges inherent to startups
  • Fosters a team environment and actively seeks impactful feedback from colleagues

Responsibilities

  • Lead development of high titer processes and evaluate innovative technologies and solutions
  • Design and development of CHO cell culture process starting from clonal handoff to production scale bioreactors
  • Design and execute experiments at benchtop scale to determine optimal process parameters as well as process optimization to establish robust and scalable cell culture processes for various mammalian cell types
  • Serve as an organizational subject matter expert in CHO cell culture processes and bioreactor scale-up
  • Ensure technologies are in place to improve process efficiency and productivity
  • Work with the BPD team to expand capabilities and productivity
  • Collaborate with cell line development, bioprocess engineering and product development teams for cross-functional coordination to make key decisions on tech transfers and technical support
  • Communicate with third-parties, suppliers and partners for ingredients, equipment, and novel approaches to process development and bioreactor technology

Skills

CHO cell culture
bioprocess development
mammalian cell culture
high titer processes
bioreactor scale-up
process optimization
cell line development
antibody production

Atomic Machines

Develops machines for atomically precise manufacturing

About Atomic Machines

Atomic Machines develops machines for atomically precise manufacturing (APM), which allows for the creation of physical objects directly from digital designs. Their technology focuses on microfabrication, particularly in producing Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS), which are small devices that combine mechanical and electronic components. Unlike traditional methods that rely on silicon, Atomic Machines offers a more efficient approach to MEMS fabrication. They cater to various industries, including semiconductor, automotive, healthcare, and consumer electronics, providing advanced fabrication solutions that enhance precision, efficiency, and scalability. The company differentiates itself by focusing on APM, aiming to set new standards in manufacturing technology. Their goal is to transform the manufacturing landscape by merging digital and physical production processes.

Berkeley, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2019Year Founded
SEEDCompany Stage
Industrial & Manufacturing, HealthcareIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Professional Development Budget

Risks

Emerging competition from companies like Zyvex Labs in atomically precise manufacturing.
Potential intellectual property disputes as more companies enter the APM space.
Economic downturns could reduce demand for MEMS in key sectors.

Differentiation

Atomic Machines focuses on atomically precise manufacturing, a novel approach in microfabrication.
The company targets diverse industries, including automotive, healthcare, and consumer electronics.
Their innovative MEMS technology offers higher precision and efficiency than traditional methods.

Upsides

Growing demand for MEMS in smart medical devices presents a significant market opportunity.
Advancements in nanomaterials could enhance Atomic Machines' manufacturing capabilities.
The shift to electric vehicles increases the need for advanced MEMS sensors.

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