Job Description
Job Title: Research Associate Contractor Work Location: Bothell, WA 98021 - 100% onsite role Duration: 6 months contract Request-ID# 32835-1 Interview Process:
Phone Screen (teams bridge)
On-site with team - Ok with 0 - 3 years of experience.
- Would prefer 3-5 years of experience but looking for best candidate and willing to train.
Job Description
: - Seeking a high-performing Associate to join our Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) team in Bothell, WA.
- In this role, the primary responsibility will be laboratory maintenance and experimental execution related to internal manufacturing and technical innovation.
- The ideal candidate will have some exposure to common mammalian upstream unit operations.
- This is an exciting opportunity where this role will support projects, troubleshoot technical challenges, and apply new, innovative technologies to manufacturing.
- The incumbent will work in a highly collaborative environment requiring attention to detail, good communication skills, and a willingness to learn.
Include but are not limited to: • Responsibilities include all aspects of mammalian cell culture, including media and buffer preparation, culture initiation, propagation of cells, and harvesting of cultures.
• Build, maintain, and clean benchtop bioreactors; support pilot-scale (50-200L) single-use bioreactor through equipment setup, culture maintenance, and cleanup
• Laboratory management (maintaining and cleaning equipment, analytical instrument maintenance, ordering and stocking supplies)
• Performance of basic laboratory protocol studies, including basic calculations and data analysis.
• Accurate and reliable record keeping including database management, batch records, notebooks, and all pertinent documentation.
• Data analysis with guidance, summarize and present experimental findings in team meetings
• Assist in documentation where appropriate.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and adhere to all safety and company policies.
Technical Skills
• Exceptional aseptic technique desired
• Experience in cell culture operations desired
• Strong organization, time management and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• The ability to multitask and think critically and creatively
• A willingness to learn and contribute to team goals
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with others in a dynamic environment
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills
• Applicant must be willing and able to work on a flexible schedule (some weekends)
• Ability to lift 50lbs and stand for up to 8 hours
Education and Experience • Associate's degree or BS in Biology, Biotechnology, Engineering or other relevant area of scientific training and/or 2-5 years relevant work experience consistent with the anticipated responsibilities detailed above
Hard Skills: 1. Relevant Exp. (Cell culture operations)
**Soft Skills: 1. Eager to learn
2. Team Player
3. Schedule Flexibility (potential to work weekends)
Job Tags
Contract work, For contractors, Work experience placement, Flexible hours,