Position Description

We are hiring R&D Scientist Intern- Bioproduction. The R&D Scientist Intern- Bioproduction will provides R&D support for proof of principle and discovery projects by conducting laboratory research under the guidance of a supervisor.

At FUJIFILM Biosciences, we turn curiosity into breakthroughs that advance the field of life sciences. By offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services in cell culture media, discovery research reagents, recombinant growth factors and proteins, fine chemicals, and critical assay materials, we partner with the brightest minds in biotech and pharma to tackle the world’s biggest health challenges.

Imagine being part of a team that enables life-changing discoveries like new vaccines, therapies, and advancements in regenerative medicine. Our culture fosters curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, and we pride ourselves on delivering unparalleled quality and service to our partners. If you’re ready to make an impact, your future belongs with us at FUJIFILM Biosciences.

Our headquarters in Santa Ana, California, is surrounded by world-class schools, lush parks, and scenic beaches like Laguna and Huntington, making it an ideal place to live, work, and explore. With additional campuses across the US, Europe, China, and Japan, we offer opportunities to make a difference worldwide.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Responsibilities: 

• Plan and Execute Experiments: Design and conduct mammalian cell culturing experiments, including aseptic techniques, cell thawing, expansion, and cryopreservation. 
• Media Optimization: Prepare various custom culture media and assess their impact on Chinese Hamster Ovary (CHO) cell growth, viability, and productivity. 
• Analytical Assays: Perform biological and analytical assays to monitor cell health and product quantity and quality, including metabolite analysis 
• Data Analysis: Analyze, interpret, and perform statistical analysis on experimental data to draw meaningful conclusions. 
• Documentation & Compliance: Adhere strictly to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) by maintaining accurate, detailed records. 
• Collaboration & Communication: Actively participate in, and present progress at, team, group, and project meetings. 
• Technical Development: Stay updated on industry trends by reading technical publications and literature to improve experimental design. 
• Learning Objectives
  • Gain hands-on experience in bench-scale CHO cell culture and media screening methodologies. 
  • Learn to measure cell culture productivity and protein titers using relevant analytical assays. 
  • Develop proficiency in analyzing production performance data and correlating titer, growth, and metabolic trends. 
  • Understand the principles of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) in an industrial biotechnology setting. 
  • Enhance skills in scientific writing, data presentation, and critical thinking. 
• Deliverables
  • Executed Experiments: Completed bench-scale, shaker flask experiments evaluating media formulations. 
  • Data Analysis Report: A comprehensive report summarizing the impact of tested media on CHO cell performance (growth, viability, titer). 
  • Final Presentation: A PowerPoint presentation or poster detailing the project's methodologies, results, and recommendations. 
  • Lab Notebook: Completed, reviewed, and authorized documentation of all laboratory work

Requirements: 

• Students pursuing a graduate degree (Masters, Ph.D) in Basic or Applied Life Sciences and a returning student after the summer. 
• Minimum 1 year of relevant lab experience.
• Experience with and understanding of suspension mammalian cell culturing.
• General lab safety knowledge.
• Ability to effectively learn and acquire new knowledge and skills 
• Problem solving capabilities to accomplish tasks.
• Experience with CHO and antibody titer measurement techniques is a big plus.

• Ability to use professional concepts to perform assigned work and solve complex problems

• Ability to demonstrate potential for technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others

  and independent thought

• Understanding of mammalian cell culturing

• General knowledge of basic laboratory equipment (scales, pH meters, etc.)

• General knowledge of commonly used experimental/research concepts, practices, and procedures.

• General knowledge of computer systems and productivity software.

• General knowledge of GMP and GLP procedures.

• Ability to speak and read English.

• Good oral and written communication skills

Salary and Benefits:

• For California, the base salary range for this position is $24.00-$25.00 per hour. Compensation for the successful candidate will depend on the level of degree in pursuit

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Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department (flbi@fujifilm.com).