Associate Scientist, R&D - Biological Sciences

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory experiments following established protocols and scientific methodologies.
• Design, execute, and document routine research studies under the guidance of senior scientists and project leaders.
• Analyze experimental data and communicate findings through written reports and presentations.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and compliant laboratory notebooks and technical documentation.
• Support new product development, product optimization, technology transfer, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment within assigned area of expertise.
• Prepare laboratory materials, reagents, samples, and test articles as required.
• Monitor, maintain, and organize laboratory inventory, supplies, and equipment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Research & Development, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, and Operations to support project objectives.
• Follow all laboratory safety procedures, quality standards, and applicable Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), or other regulatory requirements as applicable.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting established timelines.
• Stay current with scientific literature, emerging technologies, and industry best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or another related scientific discipline.
• 1–3 years of laboratory or research experience in an academic or industry setting.
• Experience conducting laboratory experiments and maintaining detailed scientific documentation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Formulation development
• Cell biology
• Molecular biology
• Microbiology
• Analytical chemistry
• Product stability testing
• Product development and commercialization
• Laboratory instrumentation and analytical equipment
• cGMP, GLP, or FDA-regulated environments