job summary: Immediate openings for Bioprocess / Biomanufacturing Associates with a leading, global company focused on gene therapy innovation, located in the North Bay region of the Bay area. Position Type: 1 year contract, long term with potential for full time hire location: Novato, California job type: Contract salary: $26 - 28 per hour work hours: 9 to 5 education: Associate responsibilities: PROCESS KNOWLEDGE: Understanding of process theory and equipment operationAbility to learn biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes including mammalian cell culture, depth filtration, tangential flow filtration, column chromatography, protein purification and formulation of bulk drug substanceSupport initiatives for process optimizationIdentify and elevate processing issues and support solutionsDemonstrated proficiency Gain experience with automation systems (LIMS, MES, PI, etc.) TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION: Provide feedback and/or suggested changes to operational proceduresAssist in the incorporation of new technologies, practices and standards into proceduresCapable of writing and reviewing process documents qualifications: QUALITY AND COMPLIANCE: Understanding of cGMPs as related to Commercial OperationsAbility to utilize Quality systems (Deviations, CAPAs, Change Requests, Action/Alert Reports, etc.) BUSINESS: Ability to participate on projects and contribute to outcomesCapability to learn and support new business systems (Track wise, ERP, etc.)Support trending of defined department metrics Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in science related area or engineeringAssociate's degree in science related area or Biotech certificate with 2+ years of experience in a biotech manufacturing environment or other regulated industry skills: CAPA, Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice), Manufacturing Operations Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Qualified applicants in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County's Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.