Cell Analytics Development Research Associate (6-Month)

Vertex Pharmaceuticals; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 119,851,000 - 143,270,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals in Boston is seeking a contract specialist to join the cell and gene analytical technologies team for six months. The role focuses on expanding testing capabilities and supporting routine analytical activities in cell therapy programs.

The candidate will work hands-on with flow cytometry, cell culture, ELISA, MSD, PCR/qPCR/ddPCR and related techniques, while maintaining SOPs and ELN documentation.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Cell & Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology or related discipline (MS with 5+ years or BS with 8+ years industrial exposure).
• Experience with cell therapies and analytical development in a cross-functional team environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and meticulous SOP/report documentation.
• Proficient in flow cytometry, ELISA, MSD, PCR/qPCR/ddPCR and cell culture techniques.
• Experience with Benchling or similar LIMS/inventory systems.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills across Process Development, Manufacturing, and Quality.

Responsibilities

• Support routine testing for identity, potency, genome profiling and impurities for Vertex preclinical, clinical and next generation cell therapy programs.
• Perform sample testing using flow cytometry, cell culture, ELISA, MSD, PCR and related methods.
• Prepare progress reports and present data at group/project meetings.
• Coordinate cross-functional communication to ensure coordinated sample testing.
• Coordinate shipment handling and inventory across projects.
• Maintain accurate ELN documentation and data records.
• Support Benchling activities related to inventory control and sample tracking.
• Flexibility for second shift, weekends, and occasional travel within 2 miles.

Skills

Flow cytometry

ELISA

PCR

qPCR

ddPCR

Cell culture

Benchling

Inventory systems

Pipetting skills

MS Office

Data interpretation

Cross-functional communication

Analytical development

Education

MS degree in Cell & Molecular Biology

BS degree in related field

Tools

Benchling

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals in Boston is seeking a contract specialist to join the cell and gene analytical technologies team for six months. The role focuses on expanding testing capabilities and supporting routine analytical activities in cell therapy programs.

The candidate will work hands-on with flow cytometry, cell culture, ELISA, MSD, PCR/qPCR/ddPCR and related techniques, while maintaining SOPs and ELN documentation.