Laboratory Technician

Crystal IS, Inc.
Glenview, IL
The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment.

We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess where we sell Planova® virus removal filters and develops and manufactures related bioprocess equipment.

Company:
Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc.

Job Description:

Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc. (AKBA) is currently looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our team! The individual in this role will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the process laboratory, including preparing and maintaining reagents and equipment, ordering and organizing supplies, and supporting research and development activities as needed. The technician will also be responsible for assisting with manufacturing operations for products to be used by GMP manufacturing facilities. The technician is expected to understand and follow all SOPs and business practices to ensure that performance and documentation of all activities meet the highest standards of quality and safety. Organization and attention to detail is important along with a hardworking attitude and the ability to function within a team.

Location: Onsite in Glenview, IL

Full time position

As an Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America employee, you will enjoy:
  • Strong company culture
  • Competitive Compensation with Bonuses
  • Great health benefits with the company paying over 80% of insurance premiums
  • Wellness Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Strong company match to 401(k) contributions
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Giving Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
Duties/Responsibilities:
  • Experimental:
    • Lead laboratory support activities, including preparing and maintaining reagents, ordering supplies, maintaining equipment, and organizing lab spaces.
    • Develop processes and procedures to ensure efficient usage of laboratory resources.
    • Assist in the execution and documentation of laboratory experiments and analytical assays under the supervision of scientists to develop and study bioprocess filtration and chromatography operations, as needed.
    • Understand and follow all SOPs and business practices to ensure that performance and documentation of all activities meet the highest standards of quality and safety.
  • Manufacturing Support:
    • Support manufacturing of EZ GPT Kits through Quality Control testing and reporting.
    • Maintain an up-to-date understanding Good Documentation Practices.
  • Attend and contribute to group meetings on a regular basis and provide written monthly status updates.
  • Assist field staff with shipments of equipment for studies as necessary
Qualifications/Requirements:
  • Bachelor's in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemical or Biomedical Engineering or similar scientific discipline
  • Experience in a laboratory setting is strongly desired
  • Ability to work in a Biosafety Level 2 laboratory is required.
  • Experience in a GMP or GLP environment is a plus
Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions:
  • Ability to work in a Biosafety Level 2 environment.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
The base compensation range for this role is $22-26/hour. Base Compensation is influenced by many factors including, but not limited to: time in the role, previous experience, skills, knowledge, performance, work requirements, internal equity, and business / economic conditions.

About Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc.

Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc. (AKBA) provides pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturers with a comprehensive suite of tools to maximize safe0t0y and improve yields of biotherapeutics during research, clinical and commercial-scale production. Planova™ virus-removal filters anchor a diverse product portfolio defined by quality, consistency and scalability. Additional areas of expertise include liquid chromatography, inline buffer dilution and oligonucleotide synthesis.

We are a growing team (140+) of professionals excited about what we do and our ability to impact healthcare delivery systems worldwide. We offer a "big company" benefits package and a "small company" culture and work environment. Every employee at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America can impact our future.

Please note, we will not be providing immigration-related sponsorship now or in the future for this role.

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As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment.
Posted 2026-07-06

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