Sr Research Associate

Description

This is a contract opportunity for an industry experienced Research Associate/Scientist in the Cell Line Development group. Seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual to design and execute experiments to support cell culture and clone development for our rapidly growing biologics pipeline. The successful candidate will also contribute to the overall strategy of new technology development projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in end-to-end Cell Line Development pipeline projects, including activities from vector design and construction to clonal cell lines ready for Master Cell Bank generation.

• Support CLD activities including clone selection, technology development, media development, process optimization, and process characterization studies.

• Support process improvements for increased speed and efficiency to generate highly productive, high quality, robust cell lines that meet all regulatory requirements with high quality documentation.

• Hands-on laboratory operations such as molecular biology, shake flask, bench scale bioreactor and novel culture platforms.

• Contribute to written technical reports, present in group meetings, and work cross-functionally to achieve common goals.

Education

• BS (or MS) with 5+ years experience in a relevant scientific discipline (biology, bioengineering, chemical engineering, biochemical engineering).

Qualifications

• Experience with mammalian cell culture (CHO) and automation/high-throughput technologies for mammalian cell line generation and process optimization preferred.

• Excellent communication, technical report writing, and presentation skills and aptitude for creative problem solving.

• Strong organizational and planning skills.

• Experience in statistics and data analysis (e.g. JMP, Spotfire).

Skills

Mammalian cell culture, CHO, cell line, vector design, molecular biology, shake flask, bioreactor, clonal cell lines.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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