Research Associate - I

Job Responsibilities:
• Understand and execute protocols related to media and buffer preparation, cell culture, cell banking, and other activities as needed.
• Perform hands-on lab work to execute studies across multiple unit operations
• Collaborate and develop a thorough understanding of operating parameters of unit operations for essential process characterization and improvement.
• Participates in decision-making processes within the project team by actively engaging in scientific and technical discussions.
• Enters and analyzes data to support project leads in the preparation of presentations, data graphs, and reports.
• Manages samples and inventory related to each experiment.
• Participates in decision-making processes within the project team by actively engaging in scientific and technical discussions.
• Write and review technical and summary reports.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications:
• MA/MS Degree in Biochemical Engineering, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology and 0 years of experience OR
• BA/BS Degree in Biochemical Engineering, Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology and two years of experience OR
• High School Degree and four years of experience in biotechnology and process development
• 1-3 years of cell culture or cell therapy manufacturing & process development experience.
• Cell culture experience at different scales using adherent and/ or suspension platforms including flasks and culture bags
• Practical demonstration of hands-on process development including the use of the statistical design of experiment.
• Ability to work and collaborate in cross-functional teams, research, development, and manufacturing in a fast pace, dynamic team setting.
• Ability to think critically, and analytically and have demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills based on deductive reasoning.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Fluent with Client office application, statistical analysis tools (JMP/ Minitab), and data management tools.
• The ability to accommodate occasional weekend