Scientist I, Analytical Development

Position Overview

The Scientist I assists in the planning of, conducting, evaluating, and interpreting routine laboratory experiments. The individual monitors on going experiments and identifies and resolves or suggests alternates or solutions to complex occurrences. The individual understands and applies use of equipment, technology and materials associated with analytical development and related studies and projects. The individual takes a more active role in non-routine analytical or process development activities. 

Company Overview

The work we do at FUJIFILM Biotechnologies Texas has never been more important—and we are looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people’s lives. 

From developing the next vaccine to advancing cell and gene therapies, we collaborate with industry leaders to tackle complex challenges and deliver meaningful solutions.

If you’re ready to help transform the future of medicine, join FUJIFILM Biotechnologies. We offer a flexible work environment and we’re proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy, and drive—what we call Genki. 

Our state-of-the-art biomanufacturing facility is located in in College Station, Texas, which combines a small-town feel with vibrant culture, top-notch schools, and close proximity to big city life. Nestled between major hubs, it’s a dynamic location that blends convenience with innovation.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

Reports to                Associate Principal or Principal Scientist

Work Location         College Station, TX 

Essential Functions:

• Advanced knowledge of basic, viral vector, chemical and/or biochemical analysis and associated techniques
• Participates in the development of new analytical methods, processes or technologies
• Ability to work with team members and client to troubleshoot and solve complex problems to keep the client satisfied and happy with end results.
• Clearly articulate in presentations to senior management and/or internal customers regarding problems, updates, and/or results.
• Participate in the transfer of analytical methods from other collaborators/clients.
• Independent use and application of more complex instrumentation, computer systems and software for data acquisition and analysis.
• Maintain a laboratory notebook according to company guidelines.
• Summarize results and generate reports.
• Understands and applies required techniques in support of projects and studies according to pre-defined plans and protocols
• Maintain analytical instrumentation as needed and interface with external vendors for instrument installation and operation qualifications.
• May train or provide guidance to peers.
• May direct technical work encompassing one aspect of a project under the oversight of more senior staff.
• Stay abreast of new technologies in the field.
• Expand expertise to other types of assays.
• Ensure lab is maintained (organized, clean, properly supplied).
• As appropriate, writes SOPs/procedures/instructions.
• As appropriate, may participate in assay phase appropriate validation process.
• As appropriate, writes and reviews analytical plans, protocols or summary reports.
• As appropriate, may write SME content of technical reports (memos, development reports etc.).
• All other duties as may be assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Experience with analytical instrumentation such as analytical chromatography, ELISA, DLS, Nanosight, CE, ddPCR, q-PCR and cell based assays.
• Experience in assay development.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Strong hands-on skill in aseptic technique, cell culture, and virological assays.
• Able to monitor on going experiments and identify and resolves or suggests alternates or solutions to complex occurrences.
• Ability to Understands basis of experimental design.
• Phase appropriate validation of assays.
• Work professionally as part of a team and independently.
• Ability to work on multiple projects.
• Some knowledge of cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Some knowledge of statistics for analytical chemistry.
• Demonstrated knowledge of analytical techniques demonstrated through industry or academic performance.
• Ability to work on multiple problems of higher complexity.
• Implementation of new methods and processes.
• Adequately assembles reports and presentations describing scientific information.
• Familiarity with available new technologies and vendor offerings.
• Ability to clearly communicate in writing and verbally to senior management and/or internal clients.
• Ability to write and perform detailed analytical procedures.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Experience prolonged standing, along with some bending, stooping, and stretching.
• Use hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment.
• Potential for exposure to hazardous chemicals, gases, fumes, odors, mists, and dusts, and other hazardous materials.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds on occasion and 25 pounds regularly.
• Ability to wear PPE. 
• Attendance is mandatory.

Minimum Qualifications (in addition to the required skills and abilities):

• Master’s Degree in a science related field, with 1 year of relevant experience; OR
• Bachelor’s Degree in a science related field, with 4 years of relevant experience; OR
• Associate’s Degree in a science related field, with 6 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Life Sciences or related field.
• Experience working in a GMP environment.

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EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

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