Research Associate​/Sr. Research Associate, Drug Product Development

Role Responsibilities

• Execute high‑quality cell culture and differentiation experiments, ensuring accuracy, reproducibility, and adherence to established protocols.
• Perform and analyze flow cytometry assays; interpret and present data to guide R&D.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with scientists, process engineers, and analytical teams to meet project milestones and optimize workflows.
• Maintain detailed electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs) documenting procedures, observations, and outcomes in compliance with internal quality standards.
• Stay current with emerging literature and technologies in stem cell biology, immunology, and cell therapy.
• Contribute to process development initiatives to translate bench‑scale findings into scalable, robust manufacturing processes.
• Assist in authoring/reviewing CMC documents for regulatory filings (e.g., IND, BLA) in collaboration with the organization.
• Collaborate with internal and external team members; foster a collaborative, scientifically rigorous team culture.

B.S. or M.S. in a relevant biological/technical/cell engineering field; B.S.: 2–4 years; M.S.: 0–2 years.

• Experience with mammalian cell culture and media optimization.
• Understanding of cell biology/physiology and/or engineering fundamentals; iPSC experience desirable.
• Understanding of bioprocess characterization/validation, cGMP, and GLP.
• Strong communication (written/verbal) and organization; detail‑oriented; can work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience designing, executing, and troubleshooting new protocols and assays.

$102,000–$118,000 salary range; annual performance‑based bonus (prorated); medical/dental/vision; 401K match; 20+ days PTO (prorated).