Scientist - HPLC

About the Role

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Scientist for a contract position at a Cell & Gene therapy client in Philadelphia, PA. The role is ideal for those passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and ready to advance their career. The position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Execute sample testing using quantitative AEX-HPLC methods.
• Collaboratively contribute to product and method understanding; design meaningful experiments to generate reliable data.
• Adjust methods to meet information needs for the Tech Ops team.
• Drive innovative thinking to improve method performance, workflow, and process optimization.
• Provide effective and collaborative analytical support to cross-functional teams.
• Communicate scientific data and information through presentations, protocols, test methods, and reports.
• Contribute to the writing and internal review of regulatory submissions.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or related field with at least 1 year of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s Degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing HPLC-based quantitative assays.
• Experience with sample testing and troubleshooting HPLC instrumentation.
• Ability to prepare HPLC buffers for HPLC applications.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with attention to detail, clarity, accuracy, and conciseness.
• Firm commitment to experimental and scientific work, with the ability to independently design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and clearly communicate complex data.
• Desire to learn and grow new skills in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Familiarity with foundational concepts of CMC development and establishing, executing, and iterating analytical development and overall technical development strategy.
• Practical experience with Vanquish (Thermo) and Agilent 1260 HPLC systems and Chromeleon and OpenLab CDS.

Location

Philadelphia, PA

Compensation

$40-45/hr

Schedule

M-F, 1st shift

Duration

6-12 months (potential to extend or go permanent)

Benefits

Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. Additional benefits include a retirement savings plan, service bonus, holiday pay (up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. Employees are also entitled to earn paid sick leave under applicable state or local laws.