Senior Research Associate/Scientist (Temporary)

Boston Institute of Biotechnology; Southborough (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Institute of Biotechnology (BIB) seeks a temporary Senior Research Associate, Associate Scientist, or Scientist to support Analytical Development during a team member’s leave. The role involves analytical characterization of protein samples and running HPLC/UPLC methods (RP, SEC, IEX) for biologics process development and USP/DSP support.

The position also includes data generation/interpretation, notebook documentation, and collaboration with senior scientists to ensure high-quality

Qualifications

• Ph.D./MS/BS in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical/Biochemical engineering, or related discipline with hands‑on experience with biologic/protein analytics.
• Experience in analytical characterization of biologics in biotech/pharma setting.

Responsibilities

• Characterize samples from upstream and downstream processes; analyze and document data.
• Run HPLC/UPLC methods (RP, SEC, IEX) and other analytical techniques for process development and USP/DSP support.
• Operate analytical instruments to support projects and generate, analyze, and interpret data.
• Document data in lab notebooks and assist in reports/presentations.
• Communicate status/results to senior scientists and promote safe lab practices.

Skills

Data analysis

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Education

Ph.D./MS/BS in Analytical Chemistry or related

Industry experience in biologics analytics

Tools

HPLC/UPLC

SDS-PAGE

Western Blot

ELISA

Job description

Senior Research Associate/Scientist (Temporary)

About the Job

BIB is seeking to hire a temporary Senior Research Associate, Associate Scientist, or Scientist to support our Analytical Development department during a team member’s leave. This role will involve performing analytical characterization of protein samples. The expected duration of employment is 3 months.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise in the characterization of samples from upstream and downstream process groups, analyzing and documenting data.
• Run HPLC/UPLC methods (including RP, SEC, IEX etc.) for biologics process development and USP and DSP support purposes.Additionally, run other common analytical methods such as electrophoresis (e.g., SDS-PAGE), Western-Blot, ELISA, PCR, Endotoxin, host cell proteins, concentration, and cell-based assays for biologics process development and USP and DSP support purposes.
• Operate the analytical instruments to support the relevant projects
• Generate, analyze, and interpret experimental data
• Document data in laboratory notebooks
• Assist in writing reports and preparing scientific presentations as needed
• Effectively communicate with/report to the involved more senior scientists on the experimental status and results of the relevant projects
• Ensure and promote safe environmental and laboratory practices

Qualifications:

• Ph.D./MS/BS degrees in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical/Biochemical engineering, or related discipline with hands‑on experience with biologic/protein analytics in biopharmaceutical industry using the aforementioned analytical methods.
• Ph.D. with ≤1 year or MS with ≥1 year or BS with ≥1 year of industry experience in analytical characterization of biologics molecules and data analysis/interpretation in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or related environments
• Strong technical, organizational, and skills
• Strong teamwork/collaboration spirits and good ability to communicate appropriately and effectively
• Advanced written skills
• Attention to detail, and the ability to multitask
• Proficient with the use of MS Office software (MS Excel, MS Word, MS Powerpoint)
• Flexible and results oriented

Pay Rate: $30-$45 per hour, depending on title and experience

BIB is a full service CDMO partner offering cGMP and non-GMP mammalian, microbial, gene therapy and cell therapy services.