Associate Scientist, Analytical Development

Responsibilities: of the Associate Scientist - Analytical Development: • Support analytical method development, optimization, and implementation for cell therapy products. • Perform and support cell-based assays, flow cytometry, molecular biology techniques, and other analytical testing activities. • Execute routine laboratory testing to support high-throughput batch release programs. • Contribute to method robustness assessments, troubleshooting efforts, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Support technology transfer of analytical methods from development into routine QC environments. • Perform cell culture activities utilizing aseptic techniques and best laboratory practices. • Follow GMP requirements, laboratory procedures, and documentation standards. • Collaborate with Analytical Development and Quality Control teams to support ongoing testing and future product development activities. • Balance analytical development projects with routine testing priorities in a fast-paced laboratory environment. Qualifications: of the Associate Scientist - Analytical Development: • Bachelor's degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline. • 5+ years of relevant biotechnology, pharmaceutical, cell therapy, or related industry experience preferred. • Hands-on experience with analytical method development, cell-based assays, flow cytometry, molecular biology, and/or cell culture techniques. • Understanding of analytical testing principles and application of methods in a regulated laboratory environment. • Familiarity with GMP laboratory practices, documentation requirements, and established procedures. • Experience supporting analytical method optimization, troubleshooting, and technology transfer activities preferred. • Experience with high-throughput testing, batch release testing, deviation investigations, or OOS investigations is a plus. • Strong attention to detail with the ability to generate accurate, reliable, and reproducible results. • Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across functional teams. Compensation: for the Associate Scientist - Analytical Development: • Salary range: 40-45/hr • Comprehensive benefits package available through Piper Companies during the contract assignment • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge cell therapy technologies and analytical development programs This job opens for applications on 10/14/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.