Sr Research Associate

Kelly Services; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a Senior Research Associate for a contract role in San Diego, CA, to advance protein purification and development using AKTA chromatography systems and Unicorn software. You will work in a matrixed team with fermentation and analytical development colleagues to enable timely product progression.

The role emphasizes hands-on purification (about 90% of duties), fermentation support, and robust documentation in a GMP-like environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry or related field preferred; Associate's with 3+ years experience acceptable.
• Minimum 1 year hands-on AKTA purification experience required.
• Proficiency with Unicorn software required.
• Some laboratory experience involving fermentation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform protein purification via chromatography using AKTA systems and Unicorn software (approx. 90% of role).
• Support fermentation activities, including aseptic technique and microbial fermentation (approx. 10% of role).
• Conduct recovery/clarification and filtration of protein products, including continuous centrifugation and depth/membrane filtration.
• Execute experimental protocols and designs with minimal supervision.
• Perform daily laboratory support: experiment execution/documentation, equipment operation/maintenance, buffer/media preparation, and data entry/analysis.
• Perform minor mechanical and instrumentation troubleshooting; take appropriate corrective action as needed.
• Maintain experimental notes within an electronic lab notebook following Good Documentation Practices.

Skills

AKTA purification

Unicorn software

Fermentation

Laboratory techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology/Biochemistry/Bioengineering/Chemical Engineering or related field

Associate's degree with 3+ years of related experience

Tools

AKTA systems

Job description

Senior Research Associate, Process Development (Purification)

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Senior Research Associate for a contract position at a cutting-edge client in San Diego, CA. If you're passionate about bringing the latest scientific discoveries to life and are ready to take the next step in your career, trust The Experts at Hiring Experts.

Pay: $40/hr

Schedule: Monday-Friday

Overview

This client is an industry-leading company that's leading the way in biotechnology, developing protein products through advanced fermentation and purification processes for both internal and external partners.

In this role, you will spend the majority of your time performing protein purification using AKTA chromatography systems and Unicorn software, with additional support on fermentation and primary recovery activities. You'll work in a matrixed team environment alongside strain engineering and analytical development teams to ensure processes are properly characterized to support product development and project timelines.

Responsibilities:

• Perform protein purification via chromatography using AKTA systems and Unicorn software (approx. 90% of role)
• Support fermentation activities, including aseptic technique and microbial fermentation (approx. 10% of role)
• Conduct recovery/clarification and filtration of protein products, including continuous centrifugation and depth/membrane filtration
• Execute experimental protocols and designs with minimal supervision
• Perform daily laboratory support: experiment execution/documentation, equipment operation/maintenance, buffer/media preparation, and data entry/analysis
• Perform minor mechanical and instrumentation troubleshooting; take appropriate corrective action as needed
• Maintain experimental notes within an electronic lab notebook following Good Documentation Practices

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field preferred; Associate's degree with 3+ years of related experience required
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on AKTA purification experience required
• Proficiency with Unicorn software required
• Some laboratory experience involving fermentation preferred
• Experience working in a laboratory environment in