Assistant/Associate Scientist - Aseptic Process Development

Hourly rate: $38.54–$48.95 (W-2 contract position, no C2C, no visa sponsorship). 12-month contract with possible extension, 100% onsite in Seattle, WA.

About the role

Support laboratory studies related to manufacturing process improvements, investigations, material qualification, comparability, and validation activities. Execute experiments in process development laboratories using aseptic techniques and automated process equipment, summarize and analyze experimental data, coordinate process samples with analytical teams, and support technical documentation and manufacturing investigations. Work closely with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory studies in process development using aseptic techniques and automated equipment.
• Summarize and analyze experimental data.
• Coordinate process samples with analytical teams.
• Support technical documentation and manufacturing investigations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and prioritize responsibilities.

Requirements

• BS degree in Biological Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related discipline with 2+ years of relevant experience, or MS degree with 0+ years of relevant experience in biologic process/analytical development or commercial biologic manufacturing process support.
• Hands-on aseptic technique or aseptic processing experience.
• GMP or GLP experience.
• Technical writing experience, including drafting SOPs, protocols, reports, or similar technical documentation.
• Ability to execute laboratory studies and summarize experimental data.
• Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Cell therapy process development or manufacturing experience.
• GMP manufacturing experience or additional GLP/GDP experience.
• Cell culture and cell passaging experience.
• Blood processing or cell-isolation experience.
• Experience supporting commercial manufacturing investigations, validation, or comparability activities.
• Experience working within MSAT, Quality, or Process Development teams.
• Experience operating automated process equipment.
• Data-analysis experience using JMP, Excel, coding, or related approaches.
• Experience supporting commercial product activities, including ongoing validation, comparability, or post-marketing commitments.
• Operational excellence training or background.

Schedule

Monday–Friday, standard office hours (8-hour shift, 40 hours per week with an average of 2 hours of overtime per week).

Benefits

• Health insurance with dental and vision options.
• Holiday pay.
• 401(k) program.
• Employee referral bonus program.