job summary: As the world's largest staffing and recruitment agency in the world, we can commit to finding you the perfect role that gives you the opportunity to learn and grow in the life sciences arena. Utilizing a recruiter for your job search gives you access to a large network of top employers as well as detailed information about hundreds of positions. We supply prestigious life sciences and biopharma companies with job seekers like you to achieve their business goals. If you're looking for a position where you can serve as an asset to your company while making a difference in others' lives, we have the ideal position for you! location: Berkeley, California job type: Contract salary: $32.76 - 38.54 per hour work hours: 8 to 4 education: Bachelors responsibilities: DEPARTMENT/TEAM DESCRIPTION Manufacturing Sciences and Technology Department Labs. The primary function of the MSAT Lab group is to support manufacturing by performing small scale lab experiments in the area of cell culture and purification. POSITION SUMMARY: Perform routine lab operations in MSAT Cell Culture and Purification labs POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Executes cell culture and purification process development studies 2. Executes small scale lab experiments following Standard Operation Procedures (SOPs) and laboratory batch records (LBRs) 3. Follows laboratory safety protocols 4. Collaborates with development scientists and cross-functional team members 5. Organizes and analyzes data from process development studies 6. Works with minimal supervision after training qualifications: Skills & Competency Requirements: - Must be comfortable with routine laboratory operations and documentation systems such as BPRs and SOPs - Excellent record keeping and communication skills - Demonstrates general knowledge in laboratory techniques used in cell culture and protein purification - Basic biological laboratory skills, preferably handling and analyzing live cell cultures in aseptic environments, and/or experience with protein purification - Able to troubleshoot typical problems encountered during routine lab operations Preferences: Familiarity with cell culture processes equipment such as bioreactors and downstream equipment for protein purification such as AKTA Pure/Avant is desirable REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES Education Requirement(s): - BS/BA Skill & Competency Requirements: 1. Hands-on experience working (0-1 year) with AKTA Explorer/Pure liquid chromatography system 2. Requires record keeping and good communication skills 3. Troubleshoot typical problems encountered during routine lab operations Preferences: Familiarity with cell culture process is desirable skills: SOP, Cell Cultures, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) 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 health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled. Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. 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.