Biological Scientist II-Department of Neurosurgery-GMP Lab

University of Florida, United States

Updated: 19 days ago
Location: Gainesville, FLORIDA
Deadline: 19 Mar 2026

Classification Title:

Biological Scientist II
Classification Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree in biology or a closely related field and three years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in biology or a closely related field and one year of relevant experience; Doctoral degree in biology or a closely related field.
Job Description:

Manufacturing clinical trial products in a cleanroom environment in compliance with GMP regulations and SOPs.  This activity requires strict adherence to written protocols as well as meticulous reporting and data entry.
Performing EM of both the Human Applications Lab and the Cancer and Genetics GMP Facilities.  This includes monitoring non-viable airborne particles and viable airborne particulates, surface monitoring, and personnel monitoring.  These tasks are performed on a scheduled basis, require strict adherence to written SOPs, and also require meticulous reporting and data entry.  The operating status of the cleanroom facilities will depend on the data obtained from EM after review by the QC Manager and Quality Management.
Maintaining the laboratory and equipment in clean and working conditions in compliance with GMP standards including, but not limited to, inventory tracking and ordering, maintaining proper inventory in compliance with GMP and Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) regulations, logging in samples and reagents/materials, overseeing hazardous waste disposal, and keeping protocols and chemicals inventory up-to-date.
Expected Salary:

Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in biology or a closely related field and three years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in biology or a closely related field and one year of relevant experience; Doctoral degree in biology or a closely related field.
Preferred:

EXPERIENCE
- 3+ years of related experience
KNOWLEDGE
- Working understanding of Cell Therapy concepts
- Experience with EM equipment
- Experience working in cGMP environment
SKILLS
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
- Reliable
- Excellent communication skills
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be able to lift heavy boxes (approximately 50 lbs)
- Must be in good physical condition to clean the GMP facilities on a regular basis
Special Instructions to Applicants:

For consideration, please complete an application and include a cover letter, resume and the names and email addresses of three to five references. 


The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. 


Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required: Yes

 


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