Scientist I

Kelly Services; Spring House (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services in Spring House, PA is seeking a Scientist 1 – Research and Development to support bioprocessing work with Johnson & Johnson. The position offers a competitive hourly pay and regular weekday schedule with a guaranteed one weekend day.

You will perform preculture and cell culture operations on reduced-scale bioreactors, contribute to automation and process control, evaluate new sensor technologies, and report findings to senior staff while collaborating across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, or related field.
• Strong understanding of biotherapeutic manufacturing cell culture operations.
• Experience with reduced-scale bioreactors and aseptic techniques.
• Familiarity with process analytics such as metabolite analyzers and cell counters.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preculture and cell culture operations of reduced scale bioreactors.
• Execute lab-scale protocols to support automation and advanced process control of bioreactor operations.
• Participate in the evaluation of new sensor technologies installed in bioreactors.
• Conduct offline sample testing and prepare data summaries of bioreactor operations.
• Report to senior team members and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Cell culture

Upstream bioprocessing

Bioreactors

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, or related field

Tools

Metabolite analyzers

Cell counting analyzers

Lab automation equipment

Sensor technologies

Job description

Think the best job opportunities are far away?Think again. Great opportunities are right here in your backyard. Kelly® is looking for a Scientist 1 – Research and Development to work at a leading organization in partnership with Johnson & Johnson in Spring House, PA. Let us help you grow at work and discover the next step in your career, all while being a vital part of your community.

Salary/Pay Rate/Compensation: $33.60 per hour

Regular shift – 5 days per week with mandatory 1 day work weekend (you can choose either Saturday or Sunday)

Looking for Cell Culture , Upstream , Bio-reactors experience

Why you should apply to be Scientist 1 – Research and Development:

• Competitive pay rate with consistent hours.
  
• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge bioprocessing and automation advancements with Johnson & Johnson.
  
• Be part of a reputable, innovative organization in the life sciences industry.
  
• Work in a collaborative, supportive environment where your skills make a difference.

What’s a typical day as Scientist 1 – Research and Development? You’ll be:

• Performing preculture and cell culture operations of reduced scale bioreactors.
  
• Executing lab-scale protocols to support automation and advanced process control of bioreactor operations.
  
• Participating in the evaluation of new sensor technologies installed in bioreactors.
  
• Conducting offline sample testing and preparing data summaries of bioreactor operations.
  
• Reporting to senior team members and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, or a related field.
  
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of biotherapeutic manufacturing cell culture operations.
  
• Are competent in independently operating reduced scale manufacturing, including aseptic techniques, preculture, and cell culture (strongly preferred).
  
• Possess knowledge and experience with process-supporting measurements such as metabolite analyzers and cell counting analyzers.
  
• Have excellent communication, verbal, written, and presentation skills.

What happens next

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work.