Scientist, Clinical Research, Research Scientist

Lab Scientist - Cell Culture and Development Job Description

This position combines hands‑on laboratory execution with strong documentation and traceability expectations. You will collaborate closely with an experienced scientist, becoming a key contributor to tissue culture maintenance, cell line development activities, and early pipeline work.

• Execute daily lab responsibilities on‑time and in alignment with SOPs, quality standards, and due dates.
• Independently perform mammalian cell culture preparation and maintenance using strong aseptic technique.
• Conduct media changes, culture inspection, and upkeep of CHO‑related processes.
• Perform molecular and analytical lab tasks such as transfection and fluorescence/microscopic analysis.
• Use instruments to evaluate antibody expression or concentration.
• Support selection and storage of candidate cell lines.
• Maintain compliant records and ensure full traceability of materials, actions, and results.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment; elevate issues appropriately.
• Partner cross‑functionally to troubleshoot issues while maintaining a strong focus on quality and compliance.
• Support downstream exposure opportunities as training progresses.

• Bachelor’s degree in a science‑related field.
• 1+ years of relevant mammalian cell culture experience (strong academic and applicable lab experience may be considered if GDP expectations are understood).
• Experience in a GMP/GDP production or regulated lab environment.
• Strong aseptic technique.
• Laboratory equipment operation/maintenance experience.

• CHO experience.
• Experience with bioreactor systems (stir tanks and/or perfusion).
• Pipeline production experience (upstream to downstream exposure).
• Comfort working in environments with strict documentation expectations.

The role involves working closely with another scientist in the lab. The CHO process is a 7‑day/week operation, requiring some weekend work. The position follows a Monday‑Friday, 1st shift schedule, with a rotation every other weekend with the other scientist in the lab.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chaska, MN.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 – $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)

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