Sr. Research Associate, Upstream Process Development

Job Title: Sr. Research Associate, Upstream Process Development (Contract)

Job Number: 37316

Location: Boston, MA

We are looking for an experienced Senior Research Associate to support upstream bioprocess development for biologics. This contract position will focus on mammalian cell culture, bioreactor operations, and cell engineering to advance early- to late-stage process development. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced lab environment.

• Perform mammalian cell culture, including primary and stem cell lines, following aseptic techniques.
• Operate and optimize small- to mid-scale bioreactors (0.5 L – 10 L) for upstream process development.
• Conduct cell transfection, transduction, and other genetic manipulation experiments.
• Maintain meticulous laboratory documentation, including SOPs, batch records, and lab notebooks.
• Troubleshoot experimental workflows and provide actionable insights for process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support upstream development objectives.

• Experience with primary and stem cell culture preferred.
• Familiarity with bioreactor operations at small- to mid-scale and optimization of cell growth processes.
• Knowledge of cell transfection, transduction, and genetic engineering techniques.
• Strong laboratory documentation skills and attention to regulatory and SOP compliance.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities.