Senior Research Associate

Astellas Pharma • Westborough, MA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join our Process Readiness
(PR) team to contribute to the development of cell therapy products. A
successful candidate will design and execute studies that identify critical
process parameters or justify manufacturing processes designed to improve
product performance and/or yield. This position involves close collaboration
with colleagues across different departments of AIRM.

Requirements

• BS degree with a minimum of four (4) years of relevant experience or MS degree with a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience
• Solid working knowledge of cell culture with adherent mammalian cell lines
• Working knowledge of microscopy, and cell- and molecular-based assays
• Previous experience in process development of cell-based products and scale-up processes
• Hands on experience with small and medium scale bioreactors for mammalian cell culture
• Ability to maintain accurate records and effectively manage multiple projects
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Capable of working independently
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, excellent organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with hESC and iPSC.
• Experience with bioreactors for adherent cell culture.
• Experience with GMP/GLP, SOPs, Batch Records.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with other Process Readiness (PR) team members, conduct laboratory experiments, tabulate results, and assist in writing development & tech transfer reports
• Responsible for cell culture of various cell lines including pluripotent cells using specified protocols
• Assist in the development of new cell therapy processes, including the introduction of new materials, equipment, and operations
• Assist in establishing process parameters and improving manufacturing efficiencies
• Assist in cellular and molecular assay development and execution
• Maintains accurate records such as notebooks, batch records and electronic entries
• Assist in lab material inventory and lab operation
• Contributes to preparation of technical reports and result summaries
• Prepare and/or review study reports, present results to small and large groups

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation and Sick time, plus national holidays including year-end shut down
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Company paid life insurance
• Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions
• Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
• Company-paid fleet vehicle for eligible positions
• Referral bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees