Associate Scientist - High-Throughput Purification & Automation

ACL Digital; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ACL Digital seeks an Associate Scientist to advance purification process development through high-throughput methods and automation. You will work on upstream purification of cell culture samples, and support downstream characterization, with an emphasis on automated workflows using Tecan and Hamilton platforms.

The role requires hands‑on lab skills, experience with HTP purification, and the ability to troubleshoot and optimize automated processes in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• MS with 2+ years or BS with 4+ years of relevant industry experience in chemical engineering, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related discipline.
• Expertise developing and executing HTP purification assays and working with automated liquid handling systems (Tecan, Hamilton, microscale chromatography).
• Experience with chromatography, filtration, and standard downstream techniques.

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 platforms.
• Develop, qualify, and refine HTP purification assays and microscale purification methods.
• Collaborate with upstream teams to ensure timely sample processing and data delivery.

Skills

HTP purification

Automation platforms

Chromatography

Data integrity

Education

MS or BS in relevant field

Tools

Tecan

Hamilton

AKTA

Job description

ACL Digital seeks an Associate Scientist to advance purification process development through high-throughput methods and automation. You will work on upstream purification of cell culture samples, and support downstream characterization, with an emphasis on automated workflows using Tecan and Hamilton platforms.

The role requires hands‑on lab skills, experience with HTP purification, and the ability to troubleshoot and optimize automated processes in a fast‑paced environment.