Assistant/Associate Scientist

Job Title: Engineering - Assistant/Associate Scientist

Location: Devens, MA

Duration: Contract - 12 months

Pay Range: $36/hr $41.94/hr (W2)

Job ID: 408321

Work Arrangement: 100% onsite

Schedule: Mon-Fri (normal business hours)

About TSR

TSR is a trusted staffing and workforce solutions partner with more than 50 years of experience delivery highly qualified talent to support clients' most critical business and technology initiatives. Through a disciplined approach to sourcing, candidate vetting, and delivery, TSR helps organizations scale teams quickly while maintaining quality and reliability. TSR operates with a global delivery model, leveraging specialized teams to support enterprise clients across North America and beyond.

In June 2024, TSR was acquired by Justin Christian, founder and CEO of BCforward, a global provider of professional services and workforce solutions. This partnership expands TSR's ability to deliver broader capabilities, global delivery resources, and enhanced opportunities for both clients and consultants.

Job Description

We are seeking an Associate Scientist, Manufacturing Sciences & Technology, to support the Materials and Cryogenics Science group. The role will focus on cryogenics, consumables, and single-use systems that enable commercial biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations. The Associate Scientist will collaborate with Manufacturing, Manufacturing Technology, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Supply Chain, and Global Procurement on cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

• Support material and cryogenics technical evaluations, risk assessments, and change management activities.


• Execute material control strategies, validations, and qualifications, including life-cycle management.


• Evaluate and manage supplier change notifications for materials to maintain GMP compliance.


• Support cryogenics and cold-chain transportation lab studies and related activities.


• Assist with materials and cryogenics manufacturing investigations.


• Author and revise CMC documents as appropriate.


• Author protocols, reports, and technical presentations.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum BS with 2 years of industry experience, or MSc in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent scientific background.


• Pharmaceutical industry experience.


• Awareness of cGMP and regulatory agency requirements.


• Knowledge of common protein analytical tools and demonstrated experimental laboratory skills.


• Strong organizational, oral communication, and technical writing skills with attention to detail and troubleshooting aptitude.


• Effective team player and strong individual contributor.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of manufacturing process validation.


• Experience with cryogenics, cold-chain transportation, and single-use systems for bioprocessing.

Why TSR?

At TSR, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.


• Opportunities for growth with global clients.


• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.


• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

Additional Notes

Manager requests additional resumes. Qualification review will occur on 8/17 evening - 8/12/2026 12:00:00 AM.

About Our Commitment

TSR is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Interested? Apply Now!

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