Associate Scientist

Job Description

Job Description

Description

In the role of Associate Scientist you will be responsible for supporting the development of analytical methods the characterization of protein-based biologic therapies and process development activities.

• Work in a cross-functional team environment to advance therapies in late-stage development.
• Analyze late-stage protein-based therapies with advanced analytical techniques such as capillary electrophoresis liquid chromatography as well as compendial methods such as pH Visual Appearance turbidity etc.
• Support the development optimization and troubleshooting of analytical methods.
• Other duties include data analysis preparation of electronic notebook records of experimental data authorship of technical protocols and reports presentation of results at team meeting and support for regulatory filings as needed.
• Expert level experience troubleshooting and maintaining HPLC/UPLC instruments.
• Expertise in the use of Empower software e.g. custom field creation writing instrument methods etc.

Qualifications

Masters degree and 2 year of scientific / pharmaceutical experience OR Bachelors degree and 4 years of scientific / pharmaceutical experience

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Cambridge, MA.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Cambridge,MA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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