Associate Scientist

Integrated Resources, Inc ( IRI ); Oceanside (CA); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Resources, Inc (IRI) is seeking a Research Associate - II/Associate Scientist to support purification process development, focusing on high throughput purification of upstream/cell culture samples and automated workflow optimization using platforms like Tecan and Hamilton.

The role emphasizes hands-on laboratory skills, experience with HT purification, data integrity, and collaboration with upstream/downstream teams to deliver timely results.

Qualifications

• M.S. with 2+ years or B.S. with 4+ years of relevant industry experience in chemical engineering, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related discipline.
• Expertise developing and executing HTP purification assays using automated liquid handling systems (Tecan, Hamilton).
• Experience with chromatography (AKTA), filtration, and downstream techniques.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute high throughput purification workflows for upstream/cell culture samples to support process characterization.
• Operate, optimize, and maintain automated liquid handling systems such as Hamilton and Tecan.
• Develop and refine HT purification assays and microscale purification methods.
• Collaborate with upstream teams to ensure timely sample processing and data delivery.
• Contribute to experimental design and conduct bench scale purification studies.

Skills

HTP purification assays

Automated liquid handling

Tecan

Hamilton

Chromatography

Data integrity

Independent yet collaborative

Strong communication

Education

M.S. with 2+ years of industry experience

B.S. with 4+ years of industry experience

Tools

Tecan

Hamilton

AKTA

Job description

Title: Research Associate - II/ Associate Scientist

Pay rate range: $48.92 - $56.11 (Based on experience)

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to support purification process development during pivotal and commercial development phases. This contract role focuses on high throughput purification of upstream/cell culture samples and supports downstream purification characterization studies. A core part of this role is the development and optimization of high throughput purification assays using state of the art automation platforms (e.g., Tecan, Hamilton).

The ideal candidate brings strong hands‑on laboratory skills, deep familiarity with HTP purification methods, and the ability to establish, troubleshoot, and refine automated workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• High Throughput Purification & Automation
• Execute high throughput purification (HTP) workflows for upstream/cell culture samples to support process characterization.
• Operate, optimize, and maintain automated liquid handling systems such as Hamilton and Tecan platforms.
• Develop, qualify, and refine HTP purification assays and microscale purification methods.
• Collaborate with upstream teams to ensure timely sample processing and data delivery.

Purification Process Development

• Contribute to experimental design and execute purification process development and characterization experiments.
• Conduct bench scale purification studies using chromatography, filtration, and microscale systems.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data in compliance with data integrity expectations.
• Prepare high quality protocols, reports, and electronic laboratory notebook documentation.

Technical Excellence & Collaboration

• Support implementation of new purification technologies, instrumentation, and platform enhancements. Maintain a state of the art purification lab, including instrumentation readiness and workflow improvements.
• Partner with upstream, downstream, and cross functional colleagues as needed on development and characterization initiatives.
• Follow all compliance, training, and safety requirements.

Qualifications / Skills / Experience

• M.S. with 2+ years or B.S. with 4+ years of relevant industry experience in chemical engineering, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related discipline.
• Expertise developing and executing HTP purification assays, including automated liquid handling systems such as Tecan, Hamilton, and microscale chromatography platforms.
• Experience with chromatography (e.g., AKTA, plate based), filtration, and standard downstream techniques.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in collaborative, fast paced environments.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.