Research Associate I/II (Cell Banking & Microbiology)

Support the end-to-end management of cryopreserved biological assets, including master and working cell banks, host strains, and related materials. Conduct QC testing on cell banks in both GMP and non-GMP settings, assessing parameters such as identity, purity, sterility, and viability. Maintain thorough and accurate documentation to ensure traceability of engineered cell lines and associated source information. Partner with development scientists to support strain engineering, cloning, and characterization efforts. Prepare and maintain competent E. coli strains for internal R&D applications. Generate, review, and update technical documents including SOPs, batch records, and study reports. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams across process development, analytics, and manufacturing. Support additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet evolving project and operational demands. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related scientific discipline. Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques, including qPCR, DNA sequencing, cloning, and plasmid preparation. Familiarity with cell banking practices and QC testing in a regulated (GMP) environment is preferred. Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail and data integrity. #J-18808-Ljbffr