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Research associate

$35 - $46 per hour

Randstad

job summary:
Are you ready to advance your career in the cutting-edge field of cell therapy? A premier global biopharmaceutical leader is seeking a contract Research Associate to support formulation development. This hands-on laboratory role offers the chance to contribute to breakthrough drug product design and manufacturing process optimization.

location: Westborough, Massachusetts
job type: Contract
salary: $35 - 46 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors


responsibilities:

  • Support formulation development, process optimization, and product characterization for cell therapy products.
  • Perform aseptic cell culture and tissue culture techniques within a biosafety cabinet (BSC).
  • Execute cell-based assays and analyze experimental data to summarize findings clearly.
  • Contribute to the development and simulation of clinical administration procedures.
  • Maintain compliant experimental records and draft study protocols/reports under scientific guidance.
qualifications:

Required:
  • BS with 5+ years of laboratory experience OR MS with 2+ years of experience.
  • Hands-on experience with aseptic tissue culture techniques in a BSC.
  • Solid understanding of cell biology and cell-based assays.
  • Direct knowledge and experience with CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls) development.
Preferred:

  • Prior experience working in a GMP-regulated environment.
  • Experience with flow cytometry, cryopreservation, and controlled-rate freezing.
  • Familiarity with data analysis tools like GraphPad Prism and JMP.
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skills: Cell Biology, Assay Development, In Vitro, Flow Cytometry, Cell Cultures, ICH Regulations, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice), Chemistry Manufacturing and Controls (CMC)


Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io.


Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).


This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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