Research Associate - Analytical Development

BrainChild BioAnalytical Development team is seeking to hire a Research Associate to add to our growing team. The Research Associate will participate in routine analytical testing to enable process development and process characterization of early-late stage CAR-T manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate would have some experience performing one or more types of analytical methods including cell-based assays, flow cytometry, cell counting platforms, qPCR, ddPCR and/or multiplex cytokine detection and be willing learn new technologies and methodologies. They will be a problem solver and a team player and willing to work across Analytical Development and Process Development teams to analyze samples and transfer methods. The candidate will also participate in ELN and SOP authoring. Responsibilities: · Work collaboratively with internal Process Development and Analytical Development teams. · Assist with experimental execution in support of cell-based assays and flow cytometry/spectral cytometry assay development and qualification. · Perform routine process analytics and provide data in a timely manner to support process studies. · Perform routine characterization sample analysis to support clinical characterization activities. · Author ELNs, methods, reports and SOPs. Qualifications: · BA/BS in biochemistry, biology, immunology, microbiology or related discipline. · 0-3 years of industry experience in a life sciences laboratory. · Proficiency with life science data acquisition and analysis tools (Excel, Prism, JMP) and ELNs desired. · Previous experience with cell culture and cell-based assay is desired. · Experience performing flow/spectral cytometry assays. single and/or multiplex immunoassay and/or ddPCR/qPCR assays is highly desired. · A team player with a track record of successfully operating within cross-functional teams.