Process Development Associate - Onsite
The Process Development Associate supports cell culture and downstream purification processes at a global biotechnology company, working onsite with flexible shifts including weekends. This entry-level role involves executing aseptic techniques, operating bioreactors, performing routine lab tasks, and documenting scientific data to ensure process integrity and quality. The position offers hands-on experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing and process development within a contract setting.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
This is an onsite, entry-level Process Development Associate role supporting cell culture and downstream process activities for a confidential client in the life sciences. You will work under supervision to execute experiments, collect process data, and support scale-up and routine manufacturing operations.
- Support cell culture workflows: aseptic vial thaw, flask passaging, benchtop wave bioreactors, and 200L/500L single-use bioreactors
- Assist large-scale harvests and downstream purification steps (chromatography, filtration, UF/DF)
- Perform in-process sampling and operate laboratory analyzers
- Record experimental and process data using electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs)
- Prepare media and buffers; perform CIP (Clean-In-Place) and SIP (Steam-In-Place) procedures
- Assemble/disassemble equipment, conduct routine maintenance of benchtop analyzers, and maintain lab organization and cleanliness
- Apply scientific principles to execute experiments and support basic data analysis
- Follow good documentation practices for all process and data records
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science OR
- Associate’s degree plus 1 year of lab/manufacturing experience OR
- 2+ years of lab or manufacturing experience
- Ability to work onsite and be available for scheduled weekend shifts (typically 1–3 times per month)
- Willingness to work the flexible shift (approx. 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
Desired skills
- Hands-on experience with pilot- or large-scale cell culture or downstream purification (preferred)
- Familiarity with automated, computer-controlled biopharmaceutical equipment
- Basic experience compiling and analyzing process data
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving aptitude
- Good written and verbal communication skills
Compensation & Schedule
- Pay: up to $29.58 per hour (hourly, contract opportunity)
- Location: West Greenwich, RI (onsite)
- Duration: 6+ month contract (contingent on client needs)
- Schedule: Day shift with occasional weekend work (1–3 times monthly)
Benefits
When employed through the engagement model used by our client, typical benefits may include:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Sick pay (where applicable by state or municipality)
Employment notes
This role is administered via Careertakes supporting the hiring process for a confidential client. Candidates must be able to work as employees of the client (or the client’s authorized staffing partner) to be considered.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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