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Media Prep Technician

Laboratory

Middlesex County, NJ, US

Pay Rate Low: 35.00 | Pay Rate High: 45.00

+ Added - 07/10/2025

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The Media Prep Technician will play a key role in supporting upstream biomanufacturing operations. This role focuses on the preparation and sterilization of media, buffers, and solutions in a GMP-compliant environment. Responsibilities include operating large-scale equipment (500L–2000L), maintaining accurate and complete batch records, and ensuring strict adherence to quality and safety standards.

**Location:** Middlesex County, NJ

**Employment Type:** Contract to Hire

**Pay:** $35–$40/hr

Key Responsibilities:

+ Prepare, sterilize, and handle media, buffers, and other solutions required for upstream biomanufacturing processes.

+ Operate and monitor large-scale equipment ranging from 500L to 2000L.

+ Maintain detailed and accurate batch records in compliance with GMP requirements.

+ Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and calibration of equipment.

+ Adhere to safety protocols, cGMP guidelines, and company SOPs.

+ Collaborate with upstream manufacturing teams to ensure media quality and availability.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field.

+ Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a GMP biotechnology or biopharmaceutical setting.

+ Hands-on experience with large-scale media preparation, solution handling, and equipment operation.

+ Experience in equipment cleaning, sterilization, and calibration.

+ Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate documentation.

+ Knowledge of GMP regulations and compliance standards.

Preferred Skills:

+ Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

+ Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

+ Familiarity with upstream biomanufacturing workflows and terminology.

_This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!_

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.