Associate Process Engineer (12 month contract)

The role

You will support the development of an aseptic manufacturing workflow for bioprinted tissue therapeutics. This role involves assisting in the design and execution of fluidic systems, bioreactor scaling, and automated cell processing workflows.

What you will do

• Assisting in the design, execution, and characterization of fluidic systems, bioreactor scaling strategies, and automated cell processing workflows
• Collaborating with Process Development, Bioengineering, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams for technical integration
• Participating in process risk assessments
• Utilizing mathematical models and Design of Experiments methodologies to assist in defining CPPs and CQAs
• Supporting technology transfer to Manufacturing
• Contributing to technical troubleshooting and out-of-specification investigation
• Supporting the execution of validation strategies for sterilization, biocompatibility, and extractables/leachables
• Identifying process improvement opportunities to optimize yield, purity, and scalability

Required qualifications

• M.S. or BSc. in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related life science field
• 1-2+ years of relevant industry experience, in cell therapy, bioprocess development, or biologics manufacturing
• Hands-on background in the development, characterization, and optimization of biomanufacturing processes
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP)
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements for cell therapy products
• Analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice to have

• Experience within cell therapy
• Experience with bioreactor systems and scaling strategies

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package
• support for continuous learning and career progression

Before you apply

• If you don't see a job posting that matches your experience, you can submit a general application to be considered for future opportunities

About the company

Aspect Biosystems is a biotechnology company pioneering the development of a novel category of regenerative medicine. The company integrates proprietary AI-powered bioprinting technology, therapeutic cells, hypoimmune cell engineering, and advanced biomaterials.