What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Research Associate, Cell Culture Process Development position at Teva Pharmaceuticals?
We Are Teva
We’re Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it’s innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we’re dedicated to addressing patients’ needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.
Our Team, Your Impact
The Cell Culture Process Development group within Biologics CMC is responsible for end-to-end upstream drug substance development across the biologics portfolio, supporting molecules from early development through commercialization and lifecycle management.
We are seeking a Senior Research Associate to join our Cell Culture Process Development group within Drug Substance Development, Biologics CMC in West Chester, PA. This is a hands-on, lab-based role ideal for a motivated candidate with a strong foundation in mammalian cell culture and data analysis with a passion for innovation in monoclonal antibody (mAb) production.
You will play a key role in designing and executing experiments that drive process understanding, optimization, and scale-up from early-stage development through commercial launch and life-cycle management. This position offers significant opportunities for technical growth, cross-functional collaboration, and career advancement within Teva’s global R&D network.
How You’ll Spend Your Day
Your Skills and Experience
We offer a competitive benefits package, including:
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Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment
Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military status or status as a disabled or protected veteran, or any legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience. Request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to AskHR@tevapharm.com with the nature of your request and your contact information. Only inquiries concerning a request for a reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Important notice to Employment Agencies - Please Read Carefully
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA does not accept unsolicited assistance from agencies for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.
Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military status or status as a disabled or protected veteran, or any legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
We’re Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it’s innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we’re dedicated to addressing patients’ needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.
Our Team, Your Impact
The Cell Culture Process Development group within Biologics CMC is responsible for end-to-end upstream drug substance development across the biologics portfolio, supporting molecules from early development through commercialization and lifecycle management.
We are seeking a Senior Research Associate to join our Cell Culture Process Development group within Drug Substance Development, Biologics CMC in West Chester, PA. This is a hands-on, lab-based role ideal for a motivated candidate with a strong foundation in mammalian cell culture and data analysis with a passion for innovation in monoclonal antibody (mAb) production.
You will play a key role in designing and executing experiments that drive process understanding, optimization, and scale-up from early-stage development through commercial launch and life-cycle management. This position offers significant opportunities for technical growth, cross-functional collaboration, and career advancement within Teva’s global R&D network.
How You’ll Spend Your Day
- Collaboratively design and execute (with minimal supervision) mammalian cell culture experiments with strong scientific rationale.
- Operate and scale processes using bioreactors (ambr 250, 3L, 50L, 200L).
- Utilize statistical modeling and automation tools to drive data-driven decisions.
- Collaborate in a matrixed environment with automation, downstream, analytical, and manufacturing teams.
- Author technical reports
Your Skills and Experience
- Bachelors Degree in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Cell Biology, or related field with a minimum of 2 years of relevant industry experience.
- Hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture, media/feed development, and bioreactor operations.
- Experience utilizing automation platforms
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and technical writing skills.
- Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced, and innovative environment.
We offer a competitive benefits package, including:
- Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage starting on the first day of employment, providing the employee enrolls.
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match, up to 6% and an annual 3.75% Defined Contribution to the 401k plan.
- Time Off: Paid Time Off including vacation, sick/safe time, caretaker time, and holiday.
- Life and Disability Protection: Company paid Life and Disability insurance.
- Additional benefits include, but are not limited to, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Life Style Spending Account, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, if eligible , Family Building Benefits, Virtual Physical Therapy, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurances, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Plan, Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability and more.
Already Working @TEVA?
Make sure to apply through our internal career site on Twist—your one-stop shop for career development
Teva’s Equal Employment Opportunity Commitment
Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military status or status as a disabled or protected veteran, or any legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Please advise us of any accommodations needed to support you throughout the recruitment and selection process. All accommodation information provided will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of providing an accessible candidate experience. Request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to AskHR@tevapharm.com with the nature of your request and your contact information. Only inquiries concerning a request for a reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Important notice to Employment Agencies - Please Read Carefully
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA does not accept unsolicited assistance from agencies for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.
Teva Pharmaceuticals is committed to equal opportunity in employment. It is Teva's policy that equal employment opportunity be provided without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military status or status as a disabled or protected veteran, or any legally recognized status entitled to protection under applicable federal, state, or local laws.