GMP Production Biotechnologist at oxfordbiom

Oxford, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mammalian Cell Culture, Transfection, Downstream Processing, Aseptic Techniques, Environmental Monitoring, Batch Manufacturing Records, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Communication, Team Skills, Writing Skills, Computer Literacy, Flexibility, Health & Safety

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Join Us in Changing Lives At OXB, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re on a mission to enable life-changing therapies to reach patients around the world—and we’re looking for passionate individuals who embody our core values every day: Responsible, Responsive, Resilient, and Respectful. We’re currently recruiting for Biotechnologists at different levels to join our Manufacturing team. In this role, you will be manufacturing commercial and clinical grade viral vector batches within a GMP cleanroom facility, playing a key part in advancing our mission and making a real difference. Your responsibilities in this role would be: Upstream adherent and/or suspension mammalian cell culture, transfection and harvest of viral vector products. Downstream processing including clarification, chromatography, ultra/diafiltration and fill/finish activities. Ensuring batch success by working using good aseptic techniques. Preparing, cleaning and maintaining the GMP facility including performing viable and non-viable environmental monitoring. Preparating growth media and stock solutions using portable mixing tanks. Completing Batch Manufacturing Records in a timely fashion throughout the manufacturing process. Taking part in continuous improvement initiatives & development of production processes. Investigating quality incidents, deviations and improving procedures. Working to high standards of health & safety. We are looking for: Working within a GMP manufacturing environment is advantageous but not essential Degree level qualification or equivalent experience Prior experience of working within an aseptic environment is advantageous but not essential Self-motivated with a strong focus on safety, quality, details, and results Good problem solving, interpersonal communication and team skills Excellent writing skills and computer literacy Flexibility to work shifts including early mornings, late nights and weekends when required About Us: OXB is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO with a mission to enable its clients to deliver life changing therapies to patients around the world. One of the original pioneers in cell and gene therapy, we have more than 25 years of experience in viral vectors; the driving force behind the majority of gene therapies. OXB collaborates with some of the world’s most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, providing viral vector development and manufacturing expertise in lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV) and adenoviral vectors. OXB’s world-class capabilities span from early-stage development to commercialisation. These capabilities are supported by robust quality-assurance systems, analytical methods, and depth of regulatory expertise. Why Join Us? 💸 Competitive total reward packages 🧘 Wellbeing programmes that support your mental and physical health 🚀 Career development opportunities to help you grow and thrive 🤝 Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative culture 🧪 State-of-the-art labs and manufacturing facilities 🌍 A company that lives its values: Responsible, Responsive, Resilient, Respect We want you to feel inspired every day. At OXB, we’re future-focused and growing fast. We succeed together—through passion, commitment, and teamwork. Ready to Make a Difference? Collaborate. Contribute. Change lives.

Responsibilities

The role involves manufacturing commercial and clinical grade viral vector batches within a GMP cleanroom facility. Responsibilities include upstream and downstream processing, ensuring batch success, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives.