Manufacturing Associate (wet lab)

WHO ARE WE

Parse Biosciences, a QIAGEN company, is a global life sciences company whose mission is to accelerate progress in human health and scientific research. Empowering researchers to perform single cell sequencing with unprecedented scale and ease, its pioneering approach has enabled groundbreaking discoveries in cancer treatment, tissue repair, stem cell therapy, kidney and liver disease, brain development, and the immune system.

Founded based on a transformative technology invented at the University of Washington, Parse has raised over $100 million and our tools are trusted 3,000 labs across the world. Our growing portfolio of products includes Evercode Whole Transcriptome, Evercode Whole Transcriptome FFPE, Evercode TCR, BCR, Gene Capture,  and Trailmaker, a software tool for data analysis

Headquartered in Seattle, Washington’s vibrant South Lake Union district, Parse Biosciences recently opened a 34,000 square foot headquarters and state-of-the-art laboratory.

THE POSITION

As a Manufacturing Associate, you will be an integral part of Parse’s growth, contributing to the expansion of our manufacturing capabilities by focusing on learning and performing manual and automated production processes for the manufacturing and kitting of our products. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented self-starter and operate with a team-first mindset. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in executing and improving our manufacturing processes to help us meet our production goals while adhering to established safety and quality standards.

IN THIS POSITION, YOU WILL

• Manufacture and kit goods in a laboratory environment, maintaining strict adherence to written procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Escalate observations to area management upon identification of potential issues in order to avoid downstream impacts
• Perform scheduled and as-needed cleaning operations to sanitize work area, equipment, and lab supplies
• Verify all required equipment and materials are in the proper condition and disposition status prior to beginning work
• Accurately complete all required work documentation including, but not limited to, entering data into batch records, maintaining cleaning and maintenance logs, and initiating deviations and/or nonconformities
• Assist with maintaining finished goods, work-in-progress, and raw material inventory levels
• Support a safe work environment by following all PPE requirements and identifying any opportunities for improvement
• Propose and perform revisions to procedures, batch records, work instructions, and other training materials to improve workflow and reduce potential for errors
• Interact with support functions such as Quality Control and Supply Chain on activities required for manufacturing and testing
• Perform root cause analyses using techniques such as the 6Ms and 5-whys
• Identify and participate in continuous improvement initiatives that improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, or operational efficiency.

FOR THIS POSITION, WE LOOK FOR

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or another related field, and
• 0-2 years of hands-on laboratory experience in a medical device, biotechnology, or academic setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in standard productivity tools such as Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Curiosity and willingness to adopt emerging technologies, including AI tools, to support task/workflow automation focused at increasing operational efficiency.
• Great written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work both independently and in a team environment

JOB CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work in a laboratory environment while wearing PPE consistent with the requirements of BSL-1, or, when applicable, BSL-2 laboratories
• Standing for extended periods, and occasionally carrying and/or lifting up to 30 pounds is required

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Parse Biosciences is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

As part of our commitment to fairness and inclusion, we do not use artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen job applications. Every application is reviewed by a member of our hiring team to ensure that hiring decisions are made thoughtfully and equitably.