Upstream Bioprocess Research Associate

avidbio; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 58,400 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Avid Bioservices is seeking a Research Associate in Process Development - Upstream to develop and optimize scalable mammalian cell culture processes and support tech transfer to Manufacturing. The role includes maintaining production equipment, researching new methods, and contributing to process improvements.

Responsibilities cover seed train development, bioreactor inoculation, sampling, feeding, and data analysis using Excel or JMP, with a focus on quality and regulatory traceability.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Biological Science.
• 1–2 years of relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize mammalian cell culture processes for recombinant protein production.
• Scale up and transfer processes to Manufacturing.
• Maintain and troubleshoot bioreactors and analytical equipment.
• Collect and analyze growth and production data; document findings.
• Prepare media and feed formulations from scratch.
• Collaborate with teams and communicate findings with stakeholders.
• Operate under GMP/regulatory traceability requirements.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science

Tools

Excel

JMP

Job description

Avid Bioservices is seeking a Research Associate in Process Development - Upstream to develop and optimize scalable mammalian cell culture processes and support tech transfer to Manufacturing. The role includes maintaining production equipment, researching new methods, and contributing to process improvements.

Responsibilities cover seed train development, bioreactor inoculation, sampling, feeding, and data analysis using Excel or JMP, with a focus on quality and regulatory traceability.