Sr. Research Associate, Upstream Process Development

We are seeking a hands-on Senior Research Associate to support upstream cell culture in a lab-based contract role. This is a temporary position (~6 months) focused on execution of process development and experimental work to support client programs.

• All aspects of mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique.
• Culturing and purifying different cell types including primary and stem cells.
• Maintaining small-scale bioreactors from 0.5mL to 10L scale.
• Cell transfection, transduction, and other genetic manipulation techniques.
• Cell bioprinting towards generating tissue replacements.
• Performance of general laboratory tasks, including maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain accurate and reliable records including database management, batch records, lab notebooks, and all other pertinent documentation.
• Writing and/or contributing to SOPs, batch records, protocols and reports.
• This is a hands-on lab-based position requiring a flexible schedule based on experimental work (some weekend work may be required).

• Sr. Associate - Bachelor’s degree in biology, bioengineering, biotechnology, or related discipline with minimum 2 years relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of tissue culture and aseptic technique.
• Strong team worker who is also independently motivated, detail oriented and possesses good problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong verbal and written skills; able to handle confidential information and material appropriately.
• Background in bioreactors and/or cell-based methods preferred.