Career Opportunities

We are committed to providing high quality, immunological reagents and service for industrial and research customers worldwide. Through continuous innovation and improvement of the effectiveness of our quality management system, our trained employees strive to achieve the objective of total customer satisfaction.  At Meridian Life Science,® Inc., this is our mission and our passion, and we are looking for talented, customer oriented and passionate people to join us.

The following career opportunities are being showcased at Meridian Life Science.  For a complete listing of available positions and to apply online click here.

Our Memphis, Tennessee facility is currently seeking qualified candidates for the following positions:

Protein Chemist

Summary Description:

The Protein Chemist will be responsible for the reduction to practice of various purification protocols and scaling the method to accommodate production demands. The individual will then assist in the preparation of documents to aid in the transfer of the scaled method to the cGMP facility.

Duties:

• Perform process development for purification of proteins using various chromatographic methods (ion exchange, size exclusion, affinity). Assess feasibility of transferred methods form collaborators and determine approach for scaling the method for use in the cGMP facility.
• Perform routine laboratory maintenance and management including ordering of materials, cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment, etc.
• When necessary provide support to the cGMP facility including physical assistance within the facility to complete production goals.
• Produce and edit documents for use in the cGMP facility describing purification protocols. Work with the cGMP staff to ensure successful transfer of purification methods.
• Train junior staff to assume responsibilities for purification and assessment of purification runs.
• Perform various analytical protein methods (SDS-PAGE), (western blots, ELISA’s, BCA, etc.) to assess purity, concentration, and activity of the proteins purified in the pilot laboratory.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. with 3+ years of industrial experience in a GMP or GLP environment.
• Knowledgeable in method development and scaling requirements for column chromatography including HPLC, LC, thin layer, etc.
• Experience with analytical protein methods such as gel electrophoresis (SDS-PAGE, western blots), protein isolation, concentration and quantitation.
• Lab management skills including supervision of laboratory staff, identification and specification of appropriate equipment, maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Strong communication skill set including writing ability to support document preparation in support of cGMP manufacturing and verbal facility to clearly transmit findings.

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Production I Technician

Summary Description:

A Production Technician I will be trained to participate in basic production activities including, but not limited to, cell culture, preparation of buffers and medias, and assisting with labeling, kit building, antigen coating and filling processes.

Duties:

• Follow production schedules as prepared by the Product Manager.
• Perform assigned production tasks as described in production procedures.
• Fully document production activities.
• Recognize and report production failures to supervisors.
• Perform cleaning and environmental monitoring activities, as assigned.
• Weekend and holiday work, as scheduled.
• Able to lift 40 pounds.
• Performance of additional tasks as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree or higher in Biology, Virology, or a related field, or 2 years of related experience.

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Production II Technician

Summary Description:

A Production Technician II, is responsible for performing tasks related to the production and purification of virus in a manufacturing facility. Specific duties include viral infection, harvesting, and purification as well as completion of corresponding documentation in compliance with internal SOPs and applicable regulatory requirements. The Production Technician II is also responsible for performing duties required in the implementation and continued improvement of the current manufacturing process.

Duties:

• Understand and apply the concepts of aseptic technique as it relates to cell culture.
• Maintain complete, thorough, up-to-date- documentation.
• Perform and document in-process testing utilizing, but not limited to, ELISA and gel electrophoresis.
• Perform routine environmental monitoring of the laboratory.
• Perform data analysis of test results, and review data for compliance to SOPs and specifications.
• Maintain laboratory supplies inventory.
• Prepare buffers, media, and other reagents in accordance with applicable SOPs.
• Perform laboratory maintenance and cleaning activities.
• Write and revise SOPs in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Work weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Perform additional tasks as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Virology, Molecular Biology, or related field or 2 years of experience as a Production Technician I at Meridian Life Science, Inc.
• Excellent Communication skills
• Attention to detail

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Validations Supervisor

Summary Description:

The Validations Supervisor is responsible for the execution and collaboration of validation studies and 21 CFR part 11 assessments.  The position is responsible for the conduct and documentation of validation studies of equipment, processes and methods according to written protocols and will process and submit validation data.  The position will also be responsible for supplying troubleshooting and problem solving support, as well as Supervision of the Validation and Calibrations Specialists.

Duties:

• Work with other departments and personnel to accomplish validation goals.
• Perform validation studies per schedule.
• Acquire and assemble needed equipment and supplies
• Assure validation equipment and instrumentation is cleaned, maintained and calibrated or certified before use.
• Accurately collect, document and communicate data.
• Prepare, write, revise and submit validation protocols and reports for approval as necessary.
• Understand and perform in accordance with cGMP’s, QSR and ISO.
• Help trouble shoot and problem solve.
• Advise immediate Supervisor of any unforeseen occurrences and suggest ideas for improvement.
• Direct daily activities of the Validation and Calibration Specialists.
• Train and coach employees to excel in their area of expertise (calibrations and validations).
• Evaluate employee’s performance and identify improvement areas, including training.
• Other duties as requested by management.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science and 3-5 years of experience conducting validations and calibrations of laboratory equipment and instruments in an FDA regulated or bioscience environment and 2 years proven experience as a Supervisor in the pharmaceutical, biologics, or medical device industry.
• Experience working with laboratory instruments or sterility equipment.
• Familiarity with water systems or aseptic processing a plus.
• Working knowledge of cGMPs and Good Documentation Practices.
• Experience with data collection and reporting.
• Good communication and Technical Writing skills.
• Proficient with MS Word and Excel (MS Project familiarity is preferable).
• Mechanical and Electrical skills to include ability to operate a wide variety of equipment and instruments, and the ability to perform calibrations.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety principles.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines successfully.
• In addition to a technical knowledge base, the ideal candidate must have exceptional interpersonal and supervisory skills, be highly motivated, well organized, able to develop alternative solutions to validation issues, team building and critical analysis skills, conflict resolution and proven leadership skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Comfort in a fast paced environment.

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Quality Analyst I

Summary Description: 

The Quality Analyst I position performs testing and inspection of raw materials, in-process and finished products, and auditing of corresponding documentation in compliance with internal SOPs and applicable regulatory requirements. The Quality Analyst I is also responsible for performing duties required in the application and continued improvement of the company’s Quality System.

Duties:

• Write and revise SOPs in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Understand principles of Quality System, including requirements of cGMPs, QSR, USDA and ISO 9000.
• Perform and document raw material, in-process, and final release testing utilizing, but not limited to, ELISA, gel electrophoresis, and microbial identification.
• Analyze results from routine environmental monitoring of the cleanroom facility.
• Perform data analysis of test results, and review data for compliance to SOPs and specifications.
• Maintain laboratory supplies inventory.
• Prepare assay reagents in accordance with applicable SOPs.
• Perform laboratory maintenance and cleaning activities.
• Participate in test method development and validations.
• Investigate and troubleshoot assay problems.
• Organize QC laboratory data and statistics for Departmental and Management review meetings.
• Participate in OOS investigations.
• Work weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Performance of additional tasks as required.              

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Biology, Biochemistry, or related field.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision.

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There currently are no open positions in our Saco, Maine office.

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