Associate Scientist, Analytical Development

Proclinical Staffing; Cranbury Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Proclinical Staffing is seeking an Associate Scientist, Process Analytics in Cranbury, NJ to join a dynamic Analytical Development Team. You will contribute to bioanalytical testing supporting pre-clinical and clinical biologics for gene and cell therapies.

The role requires hands-on experience with cell-based assays, ddPCR, U-HPLC, ELISA, and flow cytometry, plus strong documentation and organizational skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with some experience in cell and gene therapy research and development (industry or academic).
• Hands-on experience with analytical methods such as cell-based assays, Western Blots, U-HPLC, ELISA, ddPCR, and Flow Cytometry.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage dynamic schedules.
• Excellent documentation practices with a focus on data integrity.
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to address issues with urgency and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine ELISA, U-HPLC, cell-based assays, and ddPCR sample analysis to support process development, optimization, characterization, and non-GMP manufacturing.
• Assist with assay optimization, pre-qualification, and pre-validation studies.
• Deliver assay results promptly with thorough documentation.
• Maintain and qualify controls and critical reagents to support daily laboratory operations.
• Keep accurate and detailed laboratory notebooks in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth day-to-day laboratory operations.

Skills

Cell biology

Biochemistry

Molecular biology

Data integrity

Documentation

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Associate Scientist – Contract – Cranbury, NJ

Ready to help advance the next generation of gene and cell therapies through innovative bioanalytical testing?

Proclinical is seeking an Associate Scientist, Process Analytics to join a dynamic Analytical Development Team in New Jersey. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your knowledge of cell biology, biochemistry, and molecular biology in a collaborative and fast‑paced environment.

Primary Responsibilities

The successful candidate will contribute to cutting‑edge bioanalytical testing to support pre‑clinical and clinical‑stage biologics for gene and cell therapy programs.

Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with some experience in cell and gene therapy research and development (industry or academic).
• Hands‑on experience with analytical methods such as cell‑based assays, Western Blots, U‑HPLC, ELISA, ddPCR, and Flow Cytometry.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage dynamic schedules.
• Excellent documentation practices with a focus on data integrity.
• Self‑motivated and able to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Ability to address issues with urgency and professionalism.

Associate Scientist's Responsibilities

• Perform routine ELISA, U‑HPLC, cell‑based assays, and ddPCR sample analysis to support process development, optimization, characterization, and non‑GMP manufacturing.
• Assist with assay optimization, pre‑qualification, and pre‑validation studies.
• Deliver assay results promptly with thorough documentation.
• Maintain and qualify controls and critical reagents to support daily laboratory operations.
• Keep accurate and detailed laboratory notebooks in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth day‑to‑day laboratory operations.