Research Associate II, Temporary Contract

Kincell Bio; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kincell Bio operates as a CDMO, focusing on cell therapies with a Gainesville, FL site. The Temporary Research Associate II will support process development operations and perform lab maintenance, working under supervision while upholding quality and continuous improvement practices.

The role emphasizes collaboration, rapid learning, and SME interaction with colleagues. It is a site-based position with a three-month contract duration and non-standard hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 3 years' life sciences experience, or A.S. with 1 year, or B.S. in life sciences.
• Strong sense of responsibility, strong work ethic, self-motivated attitude and teamwork oriented.
• Ability to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to follow written, oral, mathematical, and diagram instructions.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and prioritization ability.

Responsibilities

• Performs process development operations with more senior supervision.
• Assists in preparing agendas in advance of meetings and capturing/distributing notes and deliverables.
• Drafting and reviewing technical documents.
• Laboratory maintenance and material management.
• Maintenance of 5S and Kanban Systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong sense of responsibility

Strong work ethic

Self-motivated

Teamwork oriented

Good verbal and written communication

Education

High School Diploma with 3 years' life sciences experience

A.S. degree with 1 year life sciences experience

B.S. degree in life sciences

Job description

Kincell Bio engineers cells into therapies. With manufacturing facilities located in Research Triangle Park, NC and Gainesville, FL, Kincell Bio is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with the mission to streamline CMC development, apply expertise in analytical and process development and GMP manufacturing, testing and release from early clinical to pivotal studies and product launch. Kincell Bio is focused on supporting innovative companies developing immune cell therapies, including autologous and allogeneic CAR‑T, TCR, TILs, Tregs and CAR‑NK technologies. We offer challenging career opportunities, competitive benefits, and an environment that recognizes and rewards performance.

For more information, please visit our website at www.kincellbio.com.

The Temporary Research Associate II will assist with process development operations and perform laboratory maintenance activities. They will demonstrate a sense of urgency while maintaining respect for best practices and an understanding of the importance and applicability of quality and controls in development activities. The Temporary Research Associate II will be well versed in internal best practices, show a willingness to learn and improve existing systems in a collaborative way, and serve as an SME in interactions with company colleagues on topics within their purview. It is expected that they will continuously improve operational effectiveness and support a culture of continuous improvement.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. This list contains the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform role‑related duties other than those contained in this document.

• Performs process development operations with more senior personnel supervision
• Assists in preparing agendas in advance of meetings and capturing/distributing meeting notes and deliverables
• Drafting and reviewing technical documents
• Laboratory maintenance and material management
• Maintenance of 5S and Kanban Systems
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully.

• High School Diploma and 3 years' experience, an A.S. degree and 1 years' experience, or a B.S. degree in life sciences
• Strong sense of responsibility, strong work ethic, self‑motivated attitude and teamwork oriented
• Ability to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to carry out a variety of technical instructions in written, oral, mathematical, and diagram form
• Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Ability to multitask tactically.
• Strong organizational skills; able to prioritize and manage time.

Physical Demands

• Adjusting or moving objects weighing up to 25lbs

Contract Duration

• This is a three-month contract position providing coverage for an employee’s parental leave.

Travel Requirements

• None

Location

• This is a site-based position located in Gainesville, FL, and it will require some non-standard working hours, including early morning or late evening.

Kincell Bio provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable, federal, state, and local laws. Kincell Bio complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.