Upstream Applications Scientist

Be part of something altogether life-changing!

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us - working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. With associates across 40+ countries, Cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity - so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term.

Forming part of the Biotechnology segment at Danaher, we bring together dedicated technical expertise and talent to develop the next generation of life-changing therapeutics.

The Applications Scientist II for Cytiva is responsible for performing applications studies for bioreactors and mixers.

This position is part of the Upstream and Fluid Management R&D Applications Team located in Portsmouth, UK, and will be on-site. At Cytiva, our vision is, to advance future therapeutics from discovery to delivery.

What you will do:

• Work under limited supervision.
• Contribute to experimental design. Serve as a technical resource. Come up with new ideas and employ them to solve technical challenges. Contribute to innovation sessions and turn ideas into lab-based action.
• Perform applications studies related to bioreactors and mixers. Develop and perform standard protein analytics.
• Analyze and report results accurately according to GDP.
• Produce high-quality technical reports for internal use and present your data to internal audiences. Produce study plans and batch work instructions.

Who you are:

• BS in a technical field related to biotechnology
• 1-2 years of experience in a bioprocess working environment
• Proficiency in mammalian cell culture and running of stirred tank bioreactors
• Experience in protein analytics
• Proficiency in use of MS Office package and in data analytics

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: Not applicable

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• MS degree preferred.
• Experience in an R&D group that has launched products.

Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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