Research Associate, Analytical Development (South San Francisco, CA)

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Job description

Research Associate, Analytical Development

Direct-Hire

South San Francisco, CA

**Position Summary**

The Research Associate in Analytical Development will contribute to the development of the cell therapy manufacturing platform. The primary focus of this position will be contributing to method development, optimization, and qualification of various analytical methods and providing analytical service support. This is a direct-hire role with a schedule of Mon-Fri 8 AM-5 PM.

**Responsibilities**

+ Under the supervision of scientists, the candidate is expected to contribute to method development, optimization and qualification of various analytical methods and provide analytical service support

+ Perform analytical procedures in support of characterization, lot release, and stability testing of drug substance and drug products

+ Provide analytical support for IND-enabling process development and manufacturing operations

+ Evaluate/select new technologies, instruments, reagents and perform necessary qualifications

+ Ensure high-quality and timely documentation in laboratory notebook and development reports

+ Draft SOPs, test records/forms, various analytical protocols and reports

+ Analyze/summarize experimental data and present findings at group meetings

+ Perform other duties as assigned, such as lab maintenance, technology evaluation, equipment purchases and qualifications, order and stock lab supplies, etc.

**Requirements**

+ MS/BS in Biological science or related scientific discipline

+ 2+ years working in the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry with a primary focus on assay development for cell therapy products

+ Hands-on experience in cell-based assay, luminex assay or CNV assay is required

+ Hands-on experience in flow cytometry is preferred

+ Excellent verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal skills

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

+ Creative, self-motivated, and flexible with the desire to work in a start up environment

+ Desire to be part of a rapidly evolving organization, with a compelling technology, and taking products and processes to the next level

+ Self-awareness, integrity, authenticity, and a growth mindset

**You should know:** Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A Kelly recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.

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