Research Associate, Analytical Development
Listed on 2026-08-30
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Clinical Research, Research Assistant/Associate, Data Scientist
Research Associate, Analytical Development
Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking Research Associate/Senior Research Associates, Analytical Development for contract-to-hire opportunities with one of our clients, a leading biologics CDMO in the Los Angeles, CA area. If you are driven by the prospect of translating cutting-edge scientific discoveries into tangible advancements and are poised to advance your career, join us as we pioneer progress in the biotechnology industry.
Workplace:
Onsite in the Los Angeles area
Position Title:
Research Associate, Analytical Development Position Type:
Contract-to-hire Pay rate:
Research Associate: $31-38 per hour
Senior Research Associate: $38-50 per hour
About the Opportunity Ready to take your scientific career to the next level in the world of biopharmaceuticals? Join a mission-driven team dedicated to advancing the development and manufacture of groundbreaking biologics that make a real impact on patient lives. Your Role As a Research Associate in Analytical Development, you'll become an integral part of a collaborative, innovative laboratory, working alongside seasoned analytical scientists to drive the development of advanced analytical methodologies for protein therapeutics.
Your hands-on skills will contribute directly to the identification, characterization, and quality assurance of biologics, as you:
- Develop, optimize, and validate state-of-the-art analytical methods, including Cell-Based, ELISA, HPLC, CE, PCR, and SDS-PAGE techniques.
- Participate in the transfer of newly developed methods to Quality Control for GMP-compliant testing, ensuring analytical robustness and regulatory excellence.
- Perform laboratory experiments to support method development, characterization, and qualification of protein drugs.
- Document your work thoroughly and accurately, maintaining industry-leading standards for laboratory records and reporting.
- Assist in training fellow analysts and participate in method transfers to ensure seamless integration with QC operations.
- Collaborate across departments, providing timely updates and scientific insights that drive process improvement and project success.
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing priorities and deadlines while contributing to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Biological or Physical Sciences.
- 2-6 years of hands-on experience in analytical method development for protein biologics.
- Demonstrated expertise in at least one of: ELISA, Cell-Based Assays, HPLC, CE, icIEF, PCR, SDS-PAGE.
- Strong working knowledge of scientific principles and bioanalytical techniques.
- Experience with assay validation/qualification and familiarity with industry regulations is a plus.
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