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Research Associate II
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Job Location:
Oceanside, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
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Posted:
25 October 2026 (5 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
22 January 2027
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Job Title:Research Associate
Duration: 12 months
Location: Oceanside CA. Onsite 5 days per week.
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to support purification process development during pivotal and commercial development phases. This contract role focuses on highthroughput purification of upstream/cell culture samples and supports downstream purification characterization studies. A core part of this role is the development and optimization of highthroughput purification assays using stateoftheart automation platforms (e.g. Tecan Hamilton).
The ideal candidate brings strong handson laboratory skills deep familiarity with HTP purification methods and the ability to establish troubleshoot and refine automated workflows.
Key Responsibilities
HighThroughput Purification & Automation
Execute highthroughput purification (HTP) workflows for upstream/cell culture samples to support process characterization.
Operate optimize and maintain automated liquid handling systems such as Hamilton and Tecan platforms.
Develop qualify and refine HTP purification assays and microscale purification methods.
Collaborate with upstream teams to ensure timely sample processing and data delivery.
Purification Process Development
Contribute to experimental design and execute purification process development and characterization experiments.
Conduct benchscale purification studies using chromatography filtration and microscale systems.
Collect analyze and interpret experimental data in compliance with data integrity expectations.
Prepare highquality protocols reports and electronic laboratory notebook documentation.
Technical Excellence & Collaboration
Support implementation of new purification technologies instrumentation and platform enhancements.
Maintain a stateoftheart purification lab including instrumentation readiness and workflow improvements.
Partner with upstream downstream and crossfunctional colleagues as needed on development and characterization initiatives.
Follow all compliance training and safety requirements.
Qualifications / Skills / Experience
M.S. with 2 years or B.S. with 4 years of relevant industry experience in chemical engineering biochemistry bioengineering or related discipline.
Expertise developing and executing HTP purification assays including automated liquid handling systems such as Tecan Hamilton and microscale chromatography platforms.
Experience with chromatography (e.g. AKTA platebased) filtration and standard downstream techniques.
Strong analytical documentation and problemsolving skills.
Ability to work both independently and in collaborative fastpaced environments.
Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.
Duration: 12 months
Location: Oceanside CA. Onsite 5 days per week.
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to support purification process development during pivotal and commercial development phases. This contract role focuses on highthroughput purification of upstream/cell culture samples and supports downstream purification characterization studies. A core part of this role is the development and optimization of highthroughput purification assays using stateoftheart automation platforms (e.g. Tecan Hamilton).
The ideal candidate brings strong handson laboratory skills deep familiarity with HTP purification methods and the ability to establish troubleshoot and refine automated workflows.
Key Responsibilities
HighThroughput Purification & Automation
Execute highthroughput purification (HTP) workflows for upstream/cell culture samples to support process characterization.
Operate optimize and maintain automated liquid handling systems such as Hamilton and Tecan platforms.
Develop qualify and refine HTP purification assays and microscale purification methods.
Collaborate with upstream teams to ensure timely sample processing and data delivery.
Purification Process Development
Contribute to experimental design and execute purification process development and characterization experiments.
Conduct benchscale purification studies using chromatography filtration and microscale systems.
Collect analyze and interpret experimental data in compliance with data integrity expectations.
Prepare highquality protocols reports and electronic laboratory notebook documentation.
Technical Excellence & Collaboration
Support implementation of new purification technologies instrumentation and platform enhancements.
Maintain a stateoftheart purification lab including instrumentation readiness and workflow improvements.
Partner with upstream downstream and crossfunctional colleagues as needed on development and characterization initiatives.
Follow all compliance training and safety requirements.
Qualifications / Skills / Experience
M.S. with 2 years or B.S. with 4 years of relevant industry experience in chemical engineering biochemistry bioengineering or related discipline.
Expertise developing and executing HTP purification assays including automated liquid handling systems such as Tecan Hamilton and microscale chromatography platforms.
Experience with chromatography (e.g. AKTA platebased) filtration and standard downstream techniques.
Strong analytical documentation and problemsolving skills.
Ability to work both independently and in collaborative fastpaced environments.
Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.
Required Experience:
IC
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