Senior Research Associate - Process Development

BrainChild Bio • Seattle, WA

2d • $100,000 - $115,000

About The Position

BrainChild Bio is seeking an enthusiastic, self-driven Senior Research Associate to join its Process Core team within Process Development. The successful candidate will work with associate scientists and engineers to design, execute, and analyze experiments supporting process development studies, material generation runs, automation efforts, and process characterization activities. The role calls for positive, collaborative abilities, clear organizational skills, and excellent prioritization to deliver high-quality experimental data on time to advance programs and support regulatory filings. It is suited to a creative problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or another related discipline.
• At least 4 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Proficiency with mammalian cell culture sterile technique.
• Proficiency with a laboratory electronic notebook and report writing.
• Flexibility with work schedule, including occasional weekend work.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in the cell therapy industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of experiments supporting cell therapy process development, including Design of Experiments (DOE) studies to efficiently optimize unit operations.
• Coordinate planning activities before study execution, including batch record authoring and reagent and material preparation.
• Independently troubleshoot study execution challenges, evaluate potential impacts, and recommend a path forward.
• Document experiments thoroughly and promptly using electronic laboratory notebooks.
• Perform statistical data analysis using JMP software.
• Author study reports detailing experimental work and summarizing results.
• Present experimental findings to cross-functional teams after study completion.

What This Job Offers

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