Associate Scientist, Process Development

Job Summary:
The Associate Scientist, Process Development Analytics completes analytical testing in support of development of off-the-shelf, allogeneic NK cell-based therapies. Works with Analytical and Process Development teams to transfer and conduct characterization testing.

Duties/Responsibilities:
- Conduct routine in-vitro testing to support Process Development experiments and improve process/product understanding.
- Analyze/interprete results, trend data, and maintain detailed records.
- Provide data for technical reports, standard operating procedures, and regulatory submissions.
- Manage assay transfer from internal groups to Process Development as needed.
- Identify assay/process issues, investigate root cause, and drive troubleshooting to resolution.
- Coordinate activities across functional teams to support process development and product characterization.
- Train Process Development personnel on analytical testing procedures as needed.

Requirements:
- B.S. with 8+ years or M.S. with 5+ years relevant laboratory experience.
- Hands-on experience with flow cytometry, plate readers, and automated cell counters (equipment/software).
- Functional assays experience is a plus.
- Strong organizational, recording keeping, time management, and communication skills.
- Pharma/Biotech regulated (GxP) analytical testing exposure preferred.
- Experience in cell therapy, immunology, or oncology strongly preferred.

Benefits (if part of the job description):
Medical, Dental, Vision; Group Life Insurance; LTD; 401(k); EAP; FSA; PTO; company paid holidays (incl. year-end week).