Associate Scientist

In the role of Associate Scientist, you will support the development of analytical methods for the characterization of protein-based biologic therapies and process development activities. Work in a cross-functional team environment to advance therapies in late-stage development.

Responsibilities

• Analyze late-stage protein-based therapies with advanced analytical techniques such as capillary electrophoresis and liquid chromatography, as well as compendial methods such as pH, visual appearance, and turbidity.
• Support the development, optimization, and troubleshooting of analytical methods.
• Perform data analysis and prepare electronic notebook records of experimental data.
• Author technical protocols and reports.
• Present results at team meetings.
• Support regulatory filings as needed.
• Troubleshoot and maintain HPLC/UPLC instruments at an expert level.
• Use Empower software, including custom field creation and writing instrument methods.

Requirements

• Master’s degree and 2 years of scientific/pharmaceutical experience, or Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of scientific/pharmaceutical experience.
• Expertise in troubleshooting and maintaining HPLC/UPLC instruments.
• Proficiency in Empower software (e.g., custom field creation, writing instrument methods).

Pay

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00 per hour.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. If eligible, benefits for this temporary role may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available).
• Life Insurance (voluntary life and 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).

Schedule

This is a contract position based in Cambridge, MA, with a fully onsite work arrangement.