Mindlance · 20 hours ago
Research Associate
Framingham, MA
Contract
Onsite
Entry Level
$40/hr - $45/hr
3+ years expMindlance is seeking a contract upstream Research Associate to join their Cell Culture Platform group in the Cell Culture Development department. The role involves planning and executing experiments to optimize cell culture processes, collaborating with other teams, and contributing to technical reports while ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Human Resources
Hiring Manager
Gursha Sharma
Responsibilities
Require to be on site daily; Weekend work required occasionally
Plan and execute experiments to optimize upstream cell culture platform process at different scales (shake flasks, AMBR, 3L/10L bioreactors, etc.)
Perform upstream experiments and collaborate with other functional groups to speed Phase I pipeline projects
Contribute to technical reports, experimental protocols, and technical summaries for presentation internally and externally
Participate in the technology transfer of processes into manufacturing facilities
Ensure safety and environmental compliance are maintained in the workplace
Some weekend working may be required for this role
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or master's degree in chemical engineering Biochemical Engineering, Cell Biology, Biochemistry or a related discipline
Experience can include co-op or internships, 6+ months of experience
Understanding of aseptic technique and principles of mammalian cell culture
Lab operations experience
Some lab mammalian cell culture experience, however, microbial experience is not a match
MS Office, Word, Excel
Quick learner for new techniques and technology
Strong attention to details
Post-education experience= 3 years
Detailed in lab operations and quick learner for new technologies
Preferred
Up to 3 years of professional experience, or including internships
Experience in the operation of fed-batch and/or perfusion-based cell culture bioreactors
Knowledge of CMC
Cell culture platform process at different scales (shake flasks, AMBR, 3L/10L bioreactors, etc.)
Strong GPA is a plus
Benefits
Free parking onsite
Company
Mindlance
Mindlance is a Staffing and Recruiting company which provides multi-vertical staffing services
1001-5000 employees
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