Associate Scientist / Analytical Development

Kelly Services; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid holidays

Transit benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking an Associate Scientist, Analytical Development, for a 6-month contract in Irvine. The role focuses on analytical method development, HPLC, and testing services, with hands-on lab work and collaboration in a team environment.

The position requires 1–3 years of experience in analytical chemistry/biochemistry, with GMP/GLP awareness and strong English communication. Onsite work in Irvine is expected, and a comprehensive benefits package is described by Kelly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a biological or chemical science; master’s preferred.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience with hands-on HPLC.
• Strong grounding in analytical chemistry and biochemistry.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety and GMP/GLP practices.
• Clear English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust HPLC methods for small and large molecules for testing services and product development.
• Operate HPLC and other analytical instruments for routine testing.
• Prepare samples in large quantities with consistency.
• Perform chemical and biological assays, analyze data, and help design experiments.
• Prepare reports and presentations; participate in group meetings.
• Follow procedures; apply sound judgment to routine problems.
• Maintain documentation and uphold GLP, GDP practices.
• Build knowledge through training and review of publications.

Skills

HPLC hands-on

Analytical chemistry

Biochemistry

GMP/GLP

Lab safety

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological or chemical science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

HPLC instruments

Balances

pH meters

Job description

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking an Associate Scientist, Analytical Development, for a 6-month contract opportunity with a biotechnology client in Irvine. If you are driven by the prospect of translating cutting‑edge scientific discoveries into tangible advancements and are poised to advance your career, join us as we pioneer progress in the biotechnology and medical device industries.

Workplace: Onsite in Irvine

Position Title: Associate Scientist, Analytical Development

Position Type: 6-month contract

Pay rate: $24-30 per hour

Overview

About the role

We’re seeking an Associate Scientist to support analytical method development, testing services, and product improvement initiatives. In this hands‑on laboratory role, you’ll develop and run HPLC methods, perform chemical and biological assays, analyze results, and share findings with the team.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust HPLC methods for small and large molecules in support of analytical testing services, product development, technical product support, and process improvements.

• Operate HPLC and other analytical instruments to conduct routine testing.

• Prepare samples in large quantities while maintaining consistency and minimizing variability.

• Perform chemical and biological assays, analyze data, and contribute to experimental design.

• Prepare formal reports and presentations and participate in group and project meetings.

• Follow established procedures while applying sound judgment to routine and moderately scoped problems.

• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold Good Laboratory Practices, procedures, and safety standards.

• Build your technical knowledge through training and review of scientific and technical publications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a biological or chemical science, or equivalent; a master’s degree is preferred.

• 1–3 years of relevant experience, including hands‑on HPLC experience.

• Strong grounding in analytical chemistry, general chemistry, and biochemistry.

• Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as balances and pH meters.

• Understanding of analytical precision and accuracy, experimental methods, and statistical data analysis.

• General knowledge of laboratory safety, computer systems, and GMP, GLP, and GDP practices.

• Ability to apply scientific and professional concepts, company policies, and procedures to assigned work.

• Clear English communication skills, spoken, written, and reading.

• Potential to build technical expertise, think independently and creatively, and collaborate effectively.

Preferred

• Experience with additional analytical chemistry techniques.

• Knowledge of cell culture or microbiology.

• Familiarity with programming languages such as R or Python.

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As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work‑related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. 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. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Why Kelly ® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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