Research Associate

Macdillions Global Energy • Foster City, CA

8d • $50 - $55 • Onsite

About The Position

Senior Research Associate in the Biologics Pivotal & Commercial Cell Culture Process Development function will execute cell culture process laboratory experiments for biologics entities during pivotal development (phases II/III, commercial).

Requirements

• B.S. with 2+ years or M.S. with 0+ years in a relevant scientific discipline (bioengineering, chemical engineering, biochemical engineering).
• Hands-on laboratory operations experience including shake flask, high-throughput bioreactor, and bench scale bioreactor, and pilot scale cultures.
• Excellent communication, technical writing, presentation skills and aptitude for creative problem solving.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, work in a team setting, and influence cross-functionally.
• Working knowledge of lab automation, data management, data science, knowledge management and data protection.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute experiments to support cell culture process optimization and characterization during pivotal development phases.
• Support cell culture platform development and pilot plant operations as needed.
• Maintain a state-of-the-art cell culture process development laboratory, including equipment upkeep and consumables management.
• Ensure high-quality and timely documentation of data in electronic laboratory notebooks.
• Collect, analyze, and visualize data from laboratory experiments.
• Present results of work, interprets data, and draws conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work.
• Participates in the equipment maintenance and continued improvement of lab and data handling best practices.
• Adhere to department budget, all trainings, regulatory compliance, and safety requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level