Upstream Process Development Scientist

Job Title: Upstream Process Development Scientist
Location: Andover, MA, United States
Type: Contract
Compensation: 52.32/hr
Work Model: Onsite – onsite

Responsibilities

• Support mammalian cell culture and bioreactor operations in a fast-paced biologics development laboratory environment.
• Perform hands-on mammalian cell culture activities using CHO-based systems in a laboratory setting.
• Set up, operate, monitor, and troubleshoot bench-scale bioreactors.
• Design, execute, and analyze upstream process development experiments.
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation, including lab notebooks and batch records.
• Monitor and analyze cell culture performance data, including cell density, metabolites, and nutrient profiles.
• Prepare experimental plans, summaries, and technical reports to communicate findings effectively.
• Collaborate with upstream, downstream, and analytical development teams on cross-functional activities.
• Support laboratory operations through inventory management and ordering of lab supplies.
• Participate in scheduled weekend and on-call rotations to support ongoing bioprocess activities.
• Maintain compliance with aseptic techniques, laboratory procedures, and safety standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Bioengineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 3+ years of relevant laboratory experience; industry experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, specifically CHO cell systems.
• Experience operating and maintaining bench-scale bioreactors.
• Strong aseptic technique experience in a laboratory setting.
• Experience independently designing and executing experiments.
• Ability to maintain detailed technical documentation and prepare technical reports.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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