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Associate Scientist

$69.35k - $104.02k

AstraZeneca

Associate Scientist position supporting CAR-T cell product development and optimization at AstraZeneca's Gaithersburg facility. Responsible for designing and executing experiments in formulation, fill/finish, and cryopreservation processes, along with quality assessment and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and execute experiments in formulation, fill/finish, and cryopreservation for CAR-T cell products
  • Operate cell-processing, fill/finish, controlled-rate freezing, storage, and thawing equipment
  • Perform quality and cellular health assays including cell count, viability, flow cytometry, and functional readouts
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data; maintain documentation and contribute to protocols and reports
  • Collaborate with analytical, process development, and external partners to support scalable CAR-T processes

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutics, Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, or related field; or Master's degree in same fields
  • 2+ years biopharmaceutical or academic lab experience with Bachelor's degree, or 0+ years with Master's degree
  • Hands-on mammalian cell culture and aseptic processing experience
  • Cell therapy drug product development knowledge, including formulation, filling, freezing, and thawing
  • Basic cell-based analytical methods such as automated cell counting and viability assessment
  • Data organization, analysis, and scientific communication abilities
  • Time management and cross-functional collaboration skills

Compensation: $69,344.80–$104,017.20 base

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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