Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) Associate

Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) Associate

Location:

Westborough, MA

Duration: 7 Months

Pay Rate: $36.67/hr.

Start Date:

Immediate

We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a pay range of $36.67/hr. however, Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

The Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) Associate supports laboratory operations, cell culture activities, study execution, technical documentation, and commercial readiness initiatives. This role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented professional who applies strong organizational skills, sound documentation practices, and a collaborative mindset in laboratory and GMP-support environments.

• Manage routine MS&T laboratory operations, including organization, material inventory, supply ordering, equipment coordination, and maintenance of a safe, inspection-ready workspace.
• Perform mammalian and stem cell culture activities, including media preparation, cell feeding, passaging, sampling, monitoring, and documentation.
• Execute laboratory studies in accordance with approved protocols, batch records, SOPs, and study instructions.
• Support the preparation and review of protocols, batch records, worksheets, and technical reports through data compilation, record verification, and documentation management.
• Collect, analyze, and summarize study data to support process understanding, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
• Support commercial readiness through process readiness studies, technology transfer activities, GMP readiness initiatives, documentation updates, and cross-functional coordination.
• Adhere to quality systems and good documentation practices, ensuring records are complete, accurate, and compliant with data integrity requirements.
• Collaborate effectively with MS&T, Manufacturing, Quality, Process Development, and other cross-functional stakeholders to achieve project and operational objectives.
• Provide support across laboratory, operational, documentation, and project activities based on business priorities.
• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• BS or MS degree in biology, bioengineering, cell biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, or a related scientific field with relevant laboratory experience appropriate for an associate-level role.
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and/or stem cell culture experience.
• Good aseptic technique and ability to follow established procedures, SOPs, batch records, and study instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated commitment to accurate documentation, record management, and data integrity.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet timelines in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Demonstrated flexibility to support laboratory operations, study execution, documentation, and related business needs.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work onsite and support flexible schedules, including occasional weekend or holiday work, based on cell culture or business needs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, cell therapy, or GMP-regulated laboratory environments.
• Direct experience with human stem cell culture, differentiation systems, and related analytical techniques (e.g., FCM, IFA, qRT-PCR).
• Working knowledge of cGMP, quality systems, data integrity, and good documentation practices.
• Experience supporting technology transfer, process characterization/qualification, or manufacturing readiness activities.

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.