Research Associate - III

ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Research Associate - III* with a pharmaceutical company. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity with our client located in Foster City, CA. This is an onsite position.
 
 
Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute experiments to support cell culture process optimization and characterization during pivotal development phases
• Support cell culture platform development and pilot plant operations as needed
• Maintain a state-of-the-art cell culture process development laboratory, including equipment upkeep and consumables management
• Ensure high-quality and timely documentation of data in electronic laboratory notebooks
• Collect, analyze, and visualize data from laboratory experiments
• Present results of work, interprets data, and draws conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work
• Participates in the equipment maintenance and continued improvement of lab and data handling best practices
• Adhere to department budget, all trainings, regulatory compliance, and safety requirements

• B.S. with 2+ years or M.S. with 0+ years in a relevant scientific discipline (bioengineering, chemical engineering, biochemical engineering)
• Hands-on laboratory operations experience including shake flask, high-throughput bioreactor, bench scale bioreactor, and pilot scale cultures
• Excellent communication, technical writing, presentation skills and aptitude for creative problem solving
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate, work in a team setting, and influence cross-functionally
• Working knowledge of lab automation, data management, data science, knowledge management and data protection

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

Our team stays close to the process and is here to guide you every step of the way. To learn more, please visit our website https://www.agwtalent.com/
 
ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.