Associate Scientist - Process Development

Location: Cambridge, MA | Onsite | 12-month contract | Pay Rate: $25.00–$30.00/hour (USD)

About the role

Join our Pivotal Attribute Sciences team in Cambridge, MA, and help advance promising new protein-based biologic therapies. As an Associate Scientist, you will support analytical method development, protein characterization, and process development activities in a mission-driven, cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Work in a cross-functional team to advance late-stage biologic therapies.
• Analyze protein-based therapies using advanced techniques such as capillary electrophoresis, liquid chromatography, and compendial methods (e.g., pH, visual appearance, turbidity).
• Support the development, optimization, and troubleshooting of analytical methods.
• Perform data analysis, maintain electronic notebook records, and prepare technical protocols and reports.
• Present results at team meetings and support regulatory filings as needed.
• Troubleshoot and maintain HPLC/UPLC instruments at an expert level.
• Use Empower software for custom field creation, writing instrument methods, and other tasks.

Requirements

• Degree in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related discipline (Master’s with 2+ years of experience or Bachelor’s with 4+ years of experience).
• Minimum 2 years (Master’s) or 4 years (Bachelor’s) of scientific/pharmaceutical industry experience.
• Expertise in analytical chemistry or biochemistry, including hands-on experience in an industry laboratory setting.
• Expert-level experience troubleshooting and maintaining HPLC/UPLC instruments.
• Proficiency in Empower software (e.g., custom field creation, writing instrument methods).
• Authorized to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• GMP experience.
• Experience in a GMP environment.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance plans.
• 401k retirement fund.