PURIFICATION ASSISTANTS (BIOTECHNOLOGY: MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION)

PURIFICATION ASSISTANTS
(BIOTECHNOLOGY: MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION)

THE JOB
COMPENSATION
REQUIREMENTS
OCCUPATIONAL CODES

PURIFICATION ASSISTANTS (BIOTECHNOLOGY: MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION)
California Occupational Guide Number 2007 (part)
Interest Area:  Emerging Occupations
1996

THE JOB

Purification Assistants assist technicians in setting up and maintaining equipment used in protein purification and in the manufacturing of final products. They also assist in the preparation of materials used in the purification process. Purification Assistants also check, weigh, and measure batches of manufactured materials to assure that they contain the correct ingredients and proper amounts. This is usually an entry level position involving primarily routine work assignments.

COMPENSATION


$18,000 - $26,000 per year

REQUIREMENTS



Skills/Knowledge

  -- Ability to understand and follow instructions. 
  -- Knowledge of and adherence to good manufacturing practices, regulatory requirements, and company production policies. 
  -- Ability to take and maintain detailed records. 


Training/Requirements 

  -- HS diploma or associate degree in a bioscience or health field. 
  -- Have up to two years of experience in sterile manufacturing.

OCCUPATIONAL CODES

Not Available.


Source:  State of California, Employment Development Department,
         Labor Market Information Division, Information Services Group,
         (916)  262-2162

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