Bench Scientist II

System One; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

System One is seeking a Bench Scientist II for an onsite, contract role in Andover, MA. The candidate will generate stable CHO cell lines, support cell banks, and perform expression assessments, while providing logistics support in the lab.

Responsibilities include maintaining cell cultures, planning transfections, managing plasmid material, and delivering data packages to project teams. A BS with 2–4 years of relevant experience and strong communication is required.

Qualifications

• BS in Biology, Chemistry, or related discipline
• Experience in biology, chemistry, or related discipline
• Mammalian cell culture and sterile technique familiarity
• Proficiency with flow cytometry and gel electrophoresis
• Data tracking and general lab protocol knowledge
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and orally
• Automation and Python coding experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Maintain, thaw, and prepare host cell line cultures for all group activities.
• Plan and execute stable cell line generation for plate-based and flask-based transfections.
• Coordinate DNA plasmid library handling between plasmid generation and cell line generation groups.
• Present formal data packages to portfolio project teams and collaboration teams

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Flow cytometry

Gel electrophoresis

Sterile technique

Data tracking and management

General lab protocols

Communication skills (written and oral

Automation and Python

Education

BS in Biology, Chemistry, or related discipline

Tools

Python

Job description

Job Title: Bench Scientist II
Location: Andover, MA
Type: Contract
Work Model: Onsite
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Overview
Global pharma company looking to hire an experienced Bench Scientist to join their growing team! Will be responsible for generation of stable CHO cell lines, cell banks, and expression assessments. Will provide logistical support to the lab such as ordering supplies, managing instruments, and other general lab bench activities. Must bring a BS Degree and 2-4 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, thaw, and prepare host cell line cultures for all group activities.
• Independently planning and executing stable cell line generation for both plate-based and flask-based transfections.
• Receive, track, and disseminate DNA plasmid library serving as liaison between plasmid generation and cell line generation groups.
• Present formal data packages to portfolio project teams and collaboration teams

Requirements

• BS in Biology, Chemistry, or related discipline
• 2-4 years of experience in Biology, Chemistry, or related discipline
• Mammalian cell culture
• Sterile technique
• Flow cytometry
• Gel electrophoresis
• Data tracking and management skills
• Knowledge of general lab protocols
• Strong communication skills, written, oral, and organizational skills.
• Automation and Python coding experience is a plus.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.