Associate Scientist

Vita Global Sciences, a Kelly Company; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Paid time off

Job summary

Vita Global Sciences, a Kelly Company, seeks an Associate Scientist for a long-term engagement in La Jolla, CA. The role focuses on RNA process development, purification, and chromatography, with hands-on use of AKTA systems and Unicorn software. Strong organization and written and verbal communication are essential.

The position is full-time with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401K, plus paid time off. Local candidates preferred for on-site work in La Jolla, CA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field is required (Master's preferred; PhD candidates considered).
• 2–4 years of experience in RNA modalities and process development.
• Strong knowledge of RNA purification or related methodologies is highly preferred.
• Hands-on experience with AKTA chromatography and Unicorn software is required.

Responsibilities

• Support RNA manufacturing process development by assisting in RNA purification and chromatographic studies.
• Aid and support system programming, preparation, maintenance, solving, and cleaning AKTA chromatography systems.
• Set up process equipment for lab-scale experiments.
• Collaborate with process development and multi-functional colleagues on analytical testing and sample results.
• Work in a team environment and independently to meet project timelines and objectives.
• Maintain accurate records and follow EHSS policies.

Skills

RNA process development

AKTA chromatography

Unicorn software

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in science

Master's degree preferred

PhD candidates accepted

Tools

AKTA chromatography system

Unicorn software

Job description

Kelly Science and Clinical FSP is currently seeking a Associate Scientist for a long-term engagement in La Jolla, CA with one of our Global Pharmaceutical clients. This person will join our Kelly FSP (Functional Service Provider) division, a managed solution provider and business unit of Kelly Services, Inc. This role is full-time and is offering full benefit options. As a Kelly FSP employee you may be eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K and a variety of other benefits to choose from. You may also be eligible for paid time off, including holiday, vacation, and sick/personal time.

Associate Scientist

Qualifications

• Minimum Education Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in scientific field, master’s degree preferred. Will accept PhD candidates
• Minimum Experience:
• 2 – 4 years of experience in RNA modalities, process development
• Strong Knowledge of RNA purification or chemical engineering or related scientific methodologies is highly preferred.
• Hands-on experience of process development methodologies is required.
• Hands-on experience with AKTA chromatography system and Unicorn software is required.
• Should be highly organized and must possess excellent communication (oral and written) skills.
• Highly organized and capable of working in a team environment with a positive attitude under limited supervision.
• Location:
• Must be local to La Jolla, CA

Responsibilities

• Support RNA manufacturing process development by assisting in RNA purification and chromatographic studies.
• Aid and support system programming, preparation, maintenance, solving, and cleaning AKTA chromatography systems.
• Setup process equipment for lab-scale experiments.
• Collaborate with process development and multi-functional colleagues on analytical testing and sample results.
• Work in a team environment as well as contributing individually to meet project timelines and objectives.
• Keep accurate records, follow instructions, and align with company and EHSS policies.
• Implement improvement projects to strengthen overall lab proficiencies.
• Be accountable for good documentation of experiments.

Posted By: Lea Lolley