"Postdoctoral Scholar and Instructor, Bioprocessing"

Job Description

The Amgen Bioprocessing Center (ABC) at Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) seeks to recruit an outstanding candidate to fill an open Post-Doctoral Scholar and Instructor position. The ideal candidate should have an established record of excellence in bioprocessing research with emphasis on biologics and focus on lab practices for mammalian cell culture, microbial fermentation, downstream processing and cell line development. Teaching experience is desirable as this role involves teaching as well.

The successful candidate will contribute to teaching lecture and lab courses, establishing strong collaboration with industry, and enhancing excellence of the academic community through research and teaching. The successful candidate will participate actively as a member of the KGI community, on administrative committees, search committees, in all ABC and KGI activities, and student advising and mentoring.

Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) was founded in 1997 as the first higher education institution in the United States dedicated exclusively to education and research related to the applied life sciences. KGI offers innovative postgraduate degrees and certificates that integrate healthcare, life and health sciences, business, and engineering with a focus on active learning and team collaborations. KGI employs an entrepreneurial approach based in innovation with deep connections to clinical and industry settings that provide pathways for students to become leaders within healthcare and the applied life sciences.

Located in beautiful Claremont, California, Keck Graduate Institute is a member of the Claremont Colleges, a consortium of five undergraduate liberal arts colleges, two graduate institutions, and The Claremont Colleges Services, which provides shared institutional support services. The Claremont Colleges consistently place at the top of national college rankings, including Forbes, Money and U.S. News and World Report, and the Princeton Review. Each nationally recognized college has its own campus, students and faculty, and distinctive mission, and each offers outstanding curricula, small classes, distinguished professors, and personalized instruction.

Education and Experience

A PhD in Chemical/Biochemical/Biological/Biomedical Engineering or Biological/Chemical/Physical Sciences or closely related disciplines with extensive knowledge in biopharmaceutical processing is required.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Partner with appropriate faculty to lead teaching classes and lab instructions for courses related to bioprocessing.
• Collaborate with Lab Manager to ensure safe and reliable equipment operation and adequate availability of supplies for all lab areas.
• Coordinate and/or supervise Team Masters' Projects and student independent research projects in the labs.
• Coordinate and/or lead industry-sponsored projects in the labs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess excellent verbal, written, listening, and interpersonal communication skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, community officials, campus colleagues and the public. Must be self-motivated with a strong work ethic and personal integrity. Must have basic computer skills, Microsoft Office, all components. Ability to adapt well to unexpected situations and re-prioritize work according to changing circumstances to meet objectives. Able to use technology easily and effectively to enhance productivity and to assess progress toward office goals. Able and willing to work weekend and evening hours, as needed. A valid driver's license or equivalent means of reliable transportation is required.

Hours, Classification, and Status

This is a regular, full-time, benefits-eligible, exempt position. The regular hours of this position are Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Hours may vary due to the needs of the College or department. Salary range: $68,640 - $77,000 annualized.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Ability to maintain good concentration level while dealing with interruptions; attention to details with emphasis on accuracy; capable of giving, receiving, and analyzing information, formulating work plans, and articulating goals and action plans. Sitting in a normal seated position for extended periods of time. Standing for extended periods of time. Reaching and extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction. Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than the whole hand(s), or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard. Communication skills using the spoken word. Ability to see within normal parameters. Ability to hear within normal parameters. Ability to bend and stoop, for example, to file. Ability to move about. Ability to lift and carry short distances up to 20 lbs., for example to lift or move office supplies, files, books and packages. Ability to travel locally, depending on business needs. Occasionally, will be required to stand for prolonged periods of time on and off-campus.

To Apply

A confidential review of applications, nominations, and expressions of interest will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made. To be ensured full consideration, please upload a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references (a manager, a direct report, if applicable, and a coworker).