Research Associate II Cell Culture

Are you passionate about precision problem-solving and pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery Join our cell culture research team as a Research Associate II where youll perform advanced laboratory testing drive method development and mentor junior staff in a collaborative fast-paced environment.

Who is Meissner

The goal at Meissner is to be more than simply good; it is to be extraordinary. Extraordinary performance comes from extraordinary people.

Meissner as a group is passionate about helping our clients manufacture lifesaving and life enhancing drugs therapies and vaccines. We develop manufacture supply and service advanced microfiltration products and single-use systems worldwide.

We know that when you are passionate about what you do its more than just a job.

Meissner is focused on the development of the whole individual and we have programs and tools in place to help us stay at our best mentally and alignment with our commitment to support the growth and development of the whole individual Meissner has inaugurated a Learning and Development department to solely focus on cultivating our team. When you grow we grow.

How you will make an impact:

TheResearch Associate II under general supervision performsintermediate to advanced laboratory testingrelated tocell culture studies. This role supportsdaily culture operations contributes tomethod development and performsanalytical testing and troubleshootingto ensure reliable experimental outcomes. The Research Associate IIassists inproject coordinationand maytrain junior staff. This positionchallengesanexperienced laboratory professionalto expand technical and project responsibilities in a fast-pacedand collaborativeenvironment.

• Performandoptimizecell cultureoperationsincludingcryopreservationthawing expandingmaintaining and banking mammalian andspecializedcell lineswith minimal supervision.
• Independently perform andoptimizecell culture experimentssuch asbatchfed-batchand/orperfusion.
• Scale-up cultures from flasks to bioreactors such asshake flasks spinner flasks wave bags or bench-top bioreactors.
• Monitor cell growth viability and productivity using analytical toolssuch asVi-Cell CedexRevvity.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data prepare detailed technical reports and present results inwritten ororal form to the project experimentalprotocolsand SOPs.
• Identify troubleshoot and resolve routine technical issues while contributing to the improvement of protocols and workflows.
• Leadcoordinationefforts across theteamtoestablishand maintain inventory systems forecast consumable needs and schedule equipment in resource availability andrecommend process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Manage day-to-day responsibilities with a high degree of consistency and accuracyanticipatingworkflow bottlenecks and reprioritizing as necessary to meet deadlines.
• Own documentation and record management for all cell culture activities ensuring complete traceability and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to the development revision and maintenance of SOPs by applying technical knowledge hands-on experience and process understanding.
• Train and mentor junior research associates byprovidingtechnical guidance onboarding support and feedback to ensure alignment with laboratory standards and best practices.
• Champion safety and compliance across cell culture operations by staying current with regulatory changes recommending updates to SOPs and mentoring team on best practices.

The skills and experience youll need:

• AssociatesorBachelors degree in Biology Biotechnology Biochemistry or a related field; relevant hands-on lab training or coursework accepted.
• 3yearsof relevant laboratory experience isrequired with prior cell culture experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstratedexpertiseinlaboratory techniques and biopharma processes.
• Experience troubleshooting problemsoptimizingprocedures and ensuring best practices.
• Demonstrates consistent professional maturity including emotional intelligence and adaptability.
• ExcellentEnglish Language written and verbal communication skillscomfortablepresentingfindingsanddocumentingcomplex procedures.
• Advanced analytical andquantitativeskills:performcomplexcalculationsacross multipleunits of measurement;interpret data using statistical concepts (percentages ratios standard deviations) andidentifytrends to inform operational decisions.
• Ensure compliance withdetailed instructions and protocols.
• Maintains exceptional organizational systemswithattention to detail consistently ensuring data integrity regulatory compliance and quality standards.
• Advancedproficiencywith MS Office software including Outlook Word PowerPoint Excel and Adobe.
• Ensurescross-functional collaboration whilemaintainingindependent accountability managing multiple projects with minimal oversight coordinating with team members to achieve laboratoryobjectives and mentoring junior staff on technical and procedural standards.

Dont meet every single requirement Apply anyway.

What we can offer you:

• Full Medical Dental and Vision coverage with HSA Employer Contributions for eligible plans
• Additional Perks- HQ Onsite Full Gym Ultramodern Coffee Bars Free EV Charging Stations Employee Discounts
• 401k Profit Sharing 401k Advisory Services
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Anniversary Holiday

Ready to make an impact Lets talk.

Meissner is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

US BASE PAY SCALE $26.36- $40.22/ hour

The base pay scale for this role is what Meissner reasonably expects to pay for the position although actual pay may vary from this scale depending on an applicants experience.