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AskBio Inc., a wholly owned and independently operated subsidiary of Bayer AG, is a fully integrated gene therapy company dedicated to developing life-saving medicines and changing lives. The company maintains a portfolio of clinical programs across a range of neuromuscular, central nervous system, cardiovascular, and metabolic disease indications with a clinical-stage pipeline that includes investigational therapeutics for congestive heart failure, limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, multiple system atrophy, Parkinson’s disease, and Pompe disease. AskBio’s gene therapy platform includes Pro10™, an industry-leading proprietary cell line manufacturing process, and an extensive array of capsids and promoters. With global headquarters in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, and European headquarters in Edinburgh, Scotland, the company has generated hundreds of proprietary capsids and promoters, several of which have entered pre-clinical and clinical testing.
Our vision: Pioneering science to create transformative molecular medicines.
Our mission: Lead innovative science and drive clinical outcomes to transform people's lives.
Our principles:
- Advance innovative science by pushing boundaries.
- Bring transformative therapeutics to patients in need.
- Provide an environment for employees to reach their fullest potential.
Our values:
- Be a Pioneer. We are not afraid of the impossible and to innovate to make gene therapies accessible to those in need.
- Cultivate Collaboration. Strive to be the best teammate, actively listen, openly communicate, and embrace diverse points of view.
- Embrace Responsibility. We are humbled by the enormity of our mission. We hold a relentless commitment to advance science and clinical outcomes for our patients, families, and caregivers.
- Raise the Bar. Continuously drive improvements and efficiencies. Seek and provide constructive feedback. Have a bias for learning and action.
- Act with Uncompromising Integrity. Be honest, transparent, and committed to doing what’s right in every situation. Make clear commitments and follow through.
Position Summary
The Manufacturing Specialist II, DNA - Preclinical Manufacturing role is responsible for manufacturing and delivering a broad range of research-grade DNA constructs across various production scales to support preclinical research and development activities. The DNA manufactured by the team will support capsid technology development, early product development, intellectual property portfolio, and progression of internal and external early-stage gene therapy programs. This role provides an opportunity to gain industry manufacturing experience while providing opportunities to improve DNA purifications processes.
This role is based onsite in RTP, NC and reports to the Manager, Lab Services and DNA Manufacturing.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform hands-on execution of plasmid purifications to support research grade rAAV manufacturing, technology improvements, and progression of early-stage gene therapy programs.
- Follow batch records and document method procedures in a detailed, organized manner.
- Perform and evaluate data analysis at completion of test method; Summarize results and finalize batch records.
- Independently support process investigations, improvements, and optimization activities in collaboration with Senior Research Associate and DNA Process Development group.
- Identify, develop, and implement process improvements such as revisions to SOPs, Batch Records, Analytical Records, Formulation Records and initiating new procedures, when necessary.
- Inventory management of raw materials and laboratory supplies.
- Prepare manufacturing reports and data to present to scientists and management.
- Ensure lab areas are clean and organized. This includes ensuring equipment, supplies and raw materials are available and ready for use.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in a biological or engineering discipline with 2+ years relevant work experience; or Master’s degree in a biological or engineering discipline; or High School Diploma with 6+ years of role relevant work experience
- Experience and/or demonstrated skills with one or more of the following techniques: aseptic technique, making reagents at desired dilutions or concentrations, Restriction Enzyme digest, Gel Electrophoresis, DNA quantitation, identifying annotated features on a plasmid map, bacterial cell culture, centrifugation, filtration, fermentation, and liquid chromatography
- Strong attention to detail, highly organized and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, highly interactive team environment
- Track record of independently delivering and interpreting experimental results
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain formal record keeping and interact effectively with internal/external stakeholders
- Comfortable working and learning in a fast-paced team-oriented laboratory environment
- Experience with lab management, fermentation and molecular biology/DNA sequence design and analysis software
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Master’s degree in a biological or engineering discipline
- Experience with fermentation
- Experience with SnapGene
AskBio Inc. (AskBio) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening by calling us at (919) 561-6210 or sending us an email at careers@askbio.com.
Agencies: Please do not contact any employee at AskBio about this requisition. Any resume submitted by a recruitment agency to any employee at AskBio, through any medium, will be deemed the sole property of AskBio unless the agency was engaged by AskBio Talent Acquisition team to recruit for that position. All agencies must have a prior executed service agreement with AskBio prior to any search engagement. If a candidate who was submitted outside of the AskBio agency process is hired by AskBio, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid to the agency.
INTRODUCTION
AskBio Inc., a wholly owned and independently operated subsidiary of Bayer AG, is a fully integrated gene therapy company dedicated to developing life-saving medicines and changing lives. The company maintains a portfolio of clinical programs across a range of neuromuscular, central nervous system, cardiovascular, and metabolic disease indications with a clinical-stage pipeline that includes investigational therapeutics for congestive heart failure, limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, multiple system atrophy, Parkinson’s disease, and Pompe disease. AskBio’s gene therapy platform includes Pro10™, an industry-leading proprietary cell line manufacturing process, and an extensive array of capsids and promoters. With global headquarters in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, and European headquarters in Edinburgh, Scotland, the company has generated hundreds of proprietary capsids and promoters, several of which have entered pre-clinical and clinical testing.
Our vision: Pioneering science to create transformative molecular medicines.
Our mission: Lead innovative science and drive clinical outcomes to transform people's lives.
Our principles:
- Advance innovative science by pushing boundaries.
- Bring transformative therapeutics to patients in need.
- Provide an environment for employees to reach their fullest potential.
Our values:
- Be a Pioneer. We are not afraid of the impossible and to innovate to make gene therapies accessible to those in need.
- Cultivate Collaboration. Strive to be the best teammate, actively listen, openly communicate, and embrace diverse points of view.
- Embrace Responsibility. We are humbled by the enormity of our mission. We hold a relentless commitment to advance science and clinical outcomes for our patients, families, and caregivers.
- Raise the Bar. Continuously drive improvements and efficiencies. Seek and provide constructive feedback. Have a bias for learning and action.
- Act with Uncompromising Integrity. Be honest, transparent, and committed to doing what’s right in every situation. Make clear commitments and follow through.
Position Summary
The Manufacturing Specialist II, DNA - Preclinical Manufacturing role is responsible for manufacturing and delivering a broad range of research-grade DNA constructs across various production scales to support preclinical research and development activities. The DNA manufactured by the team will support capsid technology development, early product development, intellectual property portfolio, and progression of internal and external early-stage gene therapy programs. This role provides an opportunity to gain industry manufacturing experience while providing opportunities to improve DNA purifications processes.
This role is based onsite in RTP, NC and reports to the Manager, Lab Services and DNA Manufacturing.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform hands-on execution of plasmid purifications to support research grade rAAV manufacturing, technology improvements, and progression of early-stage gene therapy programs.
- Follow batch records and document method procedures in a detailed, organized manner.
- Perform and evaluate data analysis at completion of test method; Summarize results and finalize batch records.
- Independently support process investigations, improvements, and optimization activities in collaboration with Senior Research Associate and DNA Process Development group.
- Identify, develop, and implement process improvements such as revisions to SOPs, Batch Records, Analytical Records, Formulation Records and initiating new procedures, when necessary.
- Inventory management of raw materials and laboratory supplies.
- Prepare manufacturing reports and data to present to scientists and management.
- Ensure lab areas are clean and organized. This includes ensuring equipment, supplies and raw materials are available and ready for use.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in a biological or engineering discipline with 2+ years relevant work experience; or Master’s degree in a biological or engineering discipline; or High School Diploma with 6+ years of role relevant work experience
- Experience and/or demonstrated skills with one or more of the following techniques: aseptic technique, making reagents at desired dilutions or concentrations, Restriction Enzyme digest, Gel Electrophoresis, DNA quantitation, identifying annotated features on a plasmid map, bacterial cell culture, centrifugation, filtration, fermentation, and liquid chromatography
- Strong attention to detail, highly organized and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, highly interactive team environment
- Track record of independently delivering and interpreting experimental results
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to maintain formal record keeping and interact effectively with internal/external stakeholders
- Comfortable working and learning in a fast-paced team-oriented laboratory environment
- Experience with lab management, fermentation and molecular biology/DNA sequence design and analysis software
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Master’s degree in a biological or engineering discipline
- Experience with fermentation
- Experience with SnapGene
AskBio Inc. (AskBio) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening by calling us at (919) 561-6210 or sending us an email at careers@askbio.com.
Agencies: Please do not contact any employee at AskBio about this requisition. Any resume submitted by a recruitment agency to any employee at AskBio, through any medium, will be deemed the sole property of AskBio unless the agency was engaged by AskBio Talent Acquisition team to recruit for that position. All agencies must have a prior executed service agreement with AskBio prior to any search engagement. If a candidate who was submitted outside of the AskBio agency process is hired by AskBio, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid to the agency.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Manufacturing Specialist
Document your specialized manufacturing credentials early
Gather transcripts, professional certifications, and performance reviews before your employer starts PERM. DOL's recruitment test requires proving no qualified U.S. workers are available, so your credential package must clearly establish the specialized skills that justify sponsorship for your specific Manufacturing Specialist role.
Use O*NET to align your job description
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Manufacturing Specialists and confirm your actual duties match the standard occupational definition. A PERM job description that strays too far from O*NET norms risks a DOL audit, which can delay your labor certification by a year or more.
Target manufacturers with established PERM filing histories
Search for Manufacturing Specialist roles on Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history so you can focus applications on companies already familiar with the PERM process rather than those encountering it for the first time.
Check prevailing wage tiers before accepting an offer
Run your offered role against the OFLC Wage Search using the correct SOC code and geographic area. PERM requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage; accepting an offer below that level means the labor certification will fail before it starts.
Clarify which EB category your role qualifies under
EB-2 covers advanced-degree professionals or those with a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in manufacturing; EB-3 covers skilled workers with two or more years of experience. Confirm the category with your employer before PERM filing, since the category affects your priority date queue.
Track your priority date once your I-140 is approved
USCIS publishes the Visa Bulletin monthly, and your ability to file for adjustment of status depends on your country of birth and the current cutoff date. Nationals of high-demand countries can face extended backlogs, so monitoring your priority date lets you plan job changes under AC21 portability rules.
Green Card Manufacturing Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category typically applies to Manufacturing Specialist roles?
Most Manufacturing Specialist positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role generally requires at least two years of specialized experience or vocational training. If your position requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree combined with five years of progressive manufacturing experience, your employer may file under EB-2 instead, which affects your priority date queue.
How does the PERM process work for a Manufacturing Specialist position?
Your employer first requests a prevailing wage determination from DOL, then conducts a mandatory recruitment test to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. If recruitment passes, DOL certifies the PERM application and your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. You can then apply to adjust status or pursue consular processing once your priority date becomes current.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for a Manufacturing Specialist?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status, while employment-based green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency with no renewal requirement. PERM labor certification has no equivalent in the H-1B process, and green card backlogs tied to your country of birth can extend your wait significantly. EB-2 and EB-3 both have per-country annual limits, unlike the H-1B cap which applies universally.
Where can I find Manufacturing Specialist jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Focusing your search on companies that have previously sponsored manufacturing workers reduces the risk of pursuing employers who are unfamiliar with or unwilling to complete the multi-step PERM and I-140 process.
Can I change employers after my Manufacturing Specialist green card is in process?
Once your I-485 adjustment-of-status application has been pending for 180 days or more and your I-140 was approved, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the process. Your approved I-140's priority date can also carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition, protecting your place in the queue.