Biomanufacturing Researcher

Join Us in Making a Difference in the Lives of Those Defending Our Nation!Why SURVICE?Come join the SURVICE Engineering mission to protect, enhance, and enable those who defend the United States. Since 1981, we have supported the DoD community, as well as Homeland Security, advanced technologies, environmental, and commercial markets. Our employees have backgrounds in engineering, physics, mathematics, chemistry, computer science, acquisition, technical writing, training, and other technical and administrative fields. And many of our personnel have DoD and/or operational military experience. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career with a leading organization, come see what we can offer you!PositionBiomanufacturing ResearcherLocation: Adelphi, MDSecurity Clearance: Active Clearance or Eligible to Obtain - U.S. citizenship requiredSalary: $115,000 - $130,000 Depending on Experience and EducationTravel: 5%Benefits: SURVICE Engineering offers a total rewards package to include competitive salaries, comprehensive insurance options, paid time off, 401k, flexible spending, tuition reimbursement.Position SummarySURVICE Engineering is currently seeking a Biomanufacturing Researcher to support our Aberdeen Research Operation. You will accelerate your career and become an integral team member within the defense community.Primary Duties And ResponsibilitiesExecute and optimize protocols for the preparation of microbially-produced biomaterials at up to 25L fermentation scales.Plan and execute workflows for microbial cultivation at varying culture scales and forms using sterile techniques in up to a BSL2 laboratory setting, followed by the recovery and purification of the biomaterial product.Conduct biomaterial post-processing and characterization steps, which may require coordinating with facility personnel.Conduct experiments to understand biological behavior.Design and execute experiments that implement various techniques for direct and indirect observation of microbial behavior, particularly biomaterial production and properties, and harnessing behavior for precision material assembly.Experiments may use microscopy, fluorescence analysis via multi-well plate reader or flow cytometry, and enzymatic or molecular assays.Agents for the functionalization, immobilization, fixation, or entrapment of cells or biomaterial product may be required within the experiments to advance the research goals.Set up and maintain microbial cultures in specified environments and scales using sterile technique, autoclaving equipment, nutrient broth and agar plate preparation, inoculation, culture management, biohazardous waste disposal, and preparation of frozen stocks.Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and batch records to execute production processesPreparation and safe handling of hazardous chemicals that may have corrosivity, flammability, and toxicity risks, including liquids with acidic and alkaline pH, organic solvents, and others.Use of equipment for materials processing (freeze-drying, other) and analytical instrumentation (FTIR, SEM, other).Optimize protocols that use microbes in combination with material or chemical agents for their functionalization, fixation, immobilization, or entrapment.Comply with policies on record-keeping and distribution limits for data and technical information.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process efficiency and product qualityTroubleshoot process and equipment issues, and implement corrective actionsPrepare and present presentations and written documents summarizing effortsMinimum Qualifications Of Biomanufacturing ResearcherBachelor's Degree in Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or related field related field and 3+ years of relevant experience. Exceptional candidates with less experience will be considered. Candidates are not required to possess all qualifications; if you possess some of the desired qualifications, please apply.Experience in a biomanufacturing or bioprocessing environmentKnowledge of cell culture and biomaterial processing techniquesFamiliarization with the use of analytical instrumentation and processing equipmentExperience documenting experimental and analytical procedures, methods, results, and conclusionsFamiliarity with quality control techniques, including cell counting, RNA and DNA quality assessment, and cell morphology analysis.Knowledge of programming languages, such as Python or R, is desirable.Experience documenting experimental and analytical procedures, methods, results, and conclusionsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records. Highly organized and able to track multiple projects occurring simultaneouslyAbility to stand, sit, walk, and lift and move equipment and supplies.About UsSURVICE Engineering is a nationally recognized, single-source engineering service provider for Government and Industry organizations involved in all phases of the systems engineering process. Our employees are our most valuable asset, and they are proud to have supported the development, testing, analysis, and modeling and simulation (M&S) of many of the major U.S. air, land, and sea combat systems in the field today. They have also contributed their expertise to other vital national defense programs and technologies that involve survivability, cybersecurity, information technology/management, software engineering, unmanned aerial systems (UASs), and metrology/reverse engineering.SURVICE Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.