Scientist I, Bioreactor Process Design

Job Title: Scientist I, Bioreactor Process Design

Location: Seattle, WA     

Reports to: Senior Scientist II, Bioreactor Process Design

About Us:

At Just-Evotec, we believe that curiosity is the spark that drives innovation and success. As a forward-thinking team, we thrive on challenging the status quo, learning from each other, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We're on a mission to create a place where curiosity isn't just encouraged, it’s celebrated.

Are you someone who asks questions, seeks answers, and isn't afraid to go deeper? #BeCureious with us and see where your curiosity can take you!

The Role:

We’re looking for a passionate and curious, Scientist I to join our team. If you’re excited by new challenges, solving complex problems, and learning every step of the way, you might just be the perfect fit. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to drive impactful projects, collaborate with bright minds, and explore uncharted territories.

As a Scientist at Just-Evotec, you'll have the freedom to ask the hard questions, think outside the box, and find creative solutions that push us forward. It’s a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team.

What You’ll Do:

• Preparing and running bench-scale bioreactors and bioreactor-related equipment (controllers, pumps, autoclaves, etc.) including building and autoclaving bioreactor parts and assemblies as well as assisting with bench-scale bioreactor operations (daily sampling and analytics, cleaning and maintenance, inoculation activities, run preparation, and troubleshooting). 
• Performing mammalian cell culture work in an aseptic hood such as cell passaging and cell banking. 
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) level understanding of bioreactor control systems, software, and analytical equipment as well as maintaining and troubleshooting instruments.  Some experience in other functional areas (media, purification, and/or analytical sciences) is also preferred. 
• Serving as a team member or functional area lead for platform or complex client early-stage (FIH) or technology development projects; may also serve as a team member or functional area lead for platform late-stage Process Characterization (PC) projects. 
• Designing, executing, and analyzing statistically designed experiments (DOE) independently or with minimal supervision. 
• Documenting best practices and technical results in ELNs, SOPs, summary reports, etc. 
• Authoring SOPs, reports, and slides which summarize, organize, and interpret experiment results with review by a supervisor and appropriate team members.  
• Communicating experimental plans and data to teams and clients clearly and effectively. 
• Working with vendors and manufacturers in developing, ordering, and troubleshooting equipment prototypes. 
• Training, mentoring, and supervising junior staff and interns. 
• Assisting with media and buffer preparation when needed. 
• Potential for weekend work (5-day work week/ 2 days off) and being on-call for critical bioreactor runs. 
• Other tasks as assigned. 

Who You Are:

• BS in Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or related field and 5-7 years industry experience or PhD with minimal industry experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and focused when completing technical tasks; able to stay organized and relaxed in complex situations while keeping track of multiple tasks and data. 
• Strong writing skills and efficient at documentation; comfortable communicating with project managers and subject matter experts about processes and technologies. 
• Enthusiastic problem-solver who is self-motivated, able to make and follow through on goals, action-oriented, flexible, and eager to learn and grow their science and technology skill set. 
• Experience with Microsoft Office apps (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). 
• Occasionally respond in person to alarms during off-hours. 

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with aseptic technique and small-scale cell culture.
• Experience with upstream bioprocessing equipment, especially perfusion technology, as well as analytical or downstream purification equipment. 
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting scientific or electronic equipment. 
• Experience preparing cell culture media and buffers. 
• Experience with design of experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis. 
• Experience with paper or electronic lab notebooks or other record-keeping methods. 
• Experience analyzing data in tools such as JMP, R, or Python. 
• General understanding of cell biology, fluid dynamics, and biotransport. 
• General understanding of circuits (grounding, power, signal, etc.). 
• Experience working in a cGMP or clean room setting (this job is non-GMP but knowledge of GMP is helpful for process/tech transfer activities). 
• Experience working in retail, service industry, or other environments that require physical work and positive attitude. 
• Experience in training, mentoring, and supervising team members. 

Why Join Us:

• Growth Opportunities: We’re a company that believes in continuous learning and development. Whether it’s professional courses, mentorship, or new projects, we’ll help you grow.
• Flexible Work Environment: We offer flexible work options to help you balance your professional and personal life, with hybrid work schedules in many of our various locations.
• Inclusive Culture: We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone’s voice is valued, and curiosity is encouraged.
• Innovative Projects: You’ll have the chance to work on groundbreaking initiatives and cutting-edge technology in an atmosphere where your curiosity is the key to success.
• A Place for Big Ideas: We don’t just talk about thinking outside the box—we throw the box away. If you’ve got ideas, we want to hear them.

Are You Still Curious?

If you’ve read this far, then chances are you’ve got a curious mind, just like us. So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap and apply today. We can’t wait to see where your curiosity leads you and how it will shape the future of Just-Evotec.

Let your curiosity guide your career. #BeCurious and explore the endless possibilities at Evotec!

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $90,000 to $102,000 Base salary offered may vary depending on individual’s skills, experience and competitive market value.

Additional total rewards include discretionary annual bonus, comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, short-term and long-term disability, company paid basic life insurance, 401k company match, flexible work, generous paid time off and paid holiday, wellness and transportation benefits.

Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.