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Biological Researcher II

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
West Chester, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/7/2026
Job Title: Biological Researcher II

Location: West Chester, PA – 100% Onsite

Duration: 6 months with possible extensions

Pay: $38.00/hr. - $45.00/hr. Depending on experience

Shift: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST, depending on laboratory activities and project needs.

Core Essential Required Skill Sets

Minimum 3 years experience in the following:

  • Background in biologics, pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, chemical engineering, or related fields
  • Hands-on laboratory experience in biologics formulation development, analytical characterization, or related pharmaceutical laboratory work
  • Experience with common laboratory techniques and instruments used in biologics/pharmaceutical development
  • Strong documentation and data analysis skills
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a cross-functional laboratory environment
  • Prior industry experience in biologics or pharmaceutical R&D is preferred

Position Summary

  • 100% lab-based role, need hands-on formulation preparation, supporting basic analytical instruments, and stability support
  • The contractor is expected to support core laboratory and documentation activities, including:
  • Preparation of formulation buffers and protein drug product samples
  • Execution of formulation screening studies
  • Perform routine characterization and analytical tests (e.g., chromatographic, electrophoretic, and biophysical tests) for liquid and lyophilized biologic drug products.
  • Stability study sample preparation, pulls, and tracking
  • Analytical sample coordination and data organization
  • Support of in-use and compatibility study preparation activities
  • Document data following applicable lab procedures and current documentation practices; maintain best practices of knowledge/data management in ELN
  • Contribute to technical reports as needed
  • General laboratory support aligned with DPD workflows and the clients EHS safety requirements.

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As a Kelly Services employee, you will have access to numerous perks, including:

  • Exposure to a variety of career opportunities as a result of our expansive network of client companies
  • Career guides, information and tools to help you successfully position yourself throughout every stage of your career
  • Access to more than 3,000 online training courses through our Kelly Learning Center
  • Weekly pay and service bonus plans
  • Group-rate insurance options available immediately upon hire*

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals-it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

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