Associate Scientist

Description

• Supports the execution of cell culture process to include not limited to aseptic vial thaw cell culture flask passaging in biosafety cabinet through benchtop wave bioreactors 200L 500L single use bioreactors.
• In addition may support large scale harvest operations through downstream purification to include but not limited to chromatography filtration as well as Ultra-Filtration/Diafiltration UF/DF using various Pilot Scale skids equipment.
• Furthermore may perform additional routine tasks to include but not limited to in-process sampling operation of laboratory analyzers management of samples scientific data collection via electronic laboratory notebooks compounding media/buffer solutions Clean-In-Place CIP Steam-In-Place SIP equipment assembly disassembly routine maintenance of benchtop analyzers escort provide oversight of vendors as well as general lab organization cleaning and inventory.
• Utilizes scientific principles in execution of experiments analysis of experimental data.
• Carries out laboratory tasks per plan procedure in a team environment.
• Documents data process information in accordance with good documentation practices.
• Performs laboratory safety evaluations. Performs minor equipment maintenance.
• Helps maintain laboratory standards with a focus on safety quality and compliance.

Basic Qualifications:

-Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science

OR

-Associates degree and 1 year of experience in laboratory or manufacturing setting

OR

-2 years of experience in laboratory or manufacturing setting

AND

-Ability to work weekends

Preferred Qualifications Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets:

-Prior hands-on experience in pilot- or large-scale cell culture or downstream purification process development or manufacturing.

-Experience with automated computer-controlled biopharmaceutical equipment.

-Knowledge of process data compilation and analysis.

-Demonstrated problem-solving capabilities and excellent attention to detail.

-Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of West Greenwich, RI.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in West Greenwich,RI.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Salary : $25 - $30