Jobs at CSC

California Stem Cell, Inc is an exciting Irvine-based R&D company dedicated to the discovery and development of novel stem cell therapies. Situated in University Research Park, adjacent to UCI and the Stem Cell Research Center, CSC thrives in a stimulating intellectual environment. We are seeking brilliant, talented, motivated individuals participate in the success of our company!

Below is a partial list of positions we are seeking to fill in the near future. Apply now for a chance to be part of our

Exciting, science & discovery driven workplace;
Quest to be the premier manufacturer of clinically relevant human cells;
Drive to develop cell-based therapies for otherwise intractable human diseases and conditions;
Competitive remuneration and World-class benefits, including contributory 401(k), wellness and (for certain positions) stock incentive programs.

Send your curriculum vitae and list of publications (if applicable) to jobs@californiastemcell.com for consideration, clearly indicating which position you are interested in. Starting salaries commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Research Associate

Suitable candidates for this position should have previous experience in mammalian cell culture and molecular biology techniques, ideally with background in hESC culture. Projects require the ability to read and understand relevant scientific literature and an understanding of fundamental principles, theories and concepts in the area of stem cell research.

Candidate will have a significant amount of responsibility and require a high degree of independence to help ensure the efficient day-to-day running of the laboratory, including: maintenance of cell cultures, ensuring that laboratory supplies are adequately stocked and that equipment is suitably maintained and repaired. Will be responsible for making detailed observations, analyzing data, interpreting results and preparing technical reports, summaries and new protocols.

Requirements

BS/MS or equivalent in biological sciences and 2 years related laboratory experience. Previous experience culturing hESC preferred.
Must work weekends occasionally as necessary to accommodate maintenance of cells grown in culture.

QC Specialist

The QC Specialist will support both Quality Assurance and Quality Control. This individual will be responsible for assisting with control of incoming components including quarantine, sampling and labeling of raw materials. They will assist with document control activities and perform administrative support for batch production record review and release testing. The QC Specialist will assist with testing cell cultures and routine QC testing of components, buffers and growth media, as well as final manufactured product. The individual will assist in routine environmental monitoring of manufacturing areas and data management of the results.

Responsibilities

Review of drug substance and final drug product manufacturing batch records for compliance and accuracy;
Review, edit, and approve planned deviations, unplanned deviations, and investigational reports as they apply to GMP product manufacturing;
Review and approve Change Requests for manufacturing processes, analytical test methods, test specifications, and related SOPs;
Conduct and review audits for internal and external manufacturing and testing;
Document all data according to GMP guidelines.

Qualifications

BS in scientific discipline or equivalent and 2 to 5 years of Pharmaceutical or Biotech Industry experience;
Must be familiar with cGMP and FDA regulations;
Experience with cGMP procedures, batch record review/release, and regulatory documentaion;
Must be fluent in English and proficient in Excel and Microsoft Word.

Live Cells on Demand!

California Stem Cell is now shipping high purity populations of fully characterized hESC-derived human cells in an ideal format for drug screening and predictive toxicology.
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