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Healthcare & Life Sciences

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Framingham, Massachusetts

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Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences

Research Associate - Upstream Cell Culture (Cell Culture Development)

Fully Onsite | Temp Role | Framingham, MA | Weekend Rotation Required

Pay: 35-45/hr

Position Summary

The Research Associate will support upstream cell culture process development within a global Cell Culture Platform group focused on fed-batch and perfusion technologies. This role involves hands-on laboratory work in mammalian cell culture systems, contributing to early and late-stage biologics development and upstream CMC process optimization.

The position operates in a fast-paced, collaborative R D environment and offers exposure to cutting-edge bioprocessing technologies, including bioreactor systems and platform process development.

Key Responsibilities

Upstream Cell Culture & Process Development

Plan and execute experiments to optimize upstream cell culture processes across multiple scales (shake flasks, AMBR systems, 3L/10L bioreactors)

Perform mammalian cell culture experiments using aseptic techniques

Support fed-batch and perfusion-based bioreactor operations

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support Phase I and early-stage pipeline programs

Data, Documentation & ing

Prepare technical reports, experimental protocols, and scientific summaries

Document all experimental activities inpliance with internal standards

Support presentation of data for internal and external stakeholders

Ensure accuracy and integrity of experimental records

Technology Transfer & Process Support

Support technology transfer activities into manufacturing facilities

Assist in scaling processes across different development platforms

Contribute to upstream CMC development strategies and platform improvements

Laboratory Operations & Compliance

Maintain safety and environmentalpliance in all laboratory activities

Follow SOPs and established protocols for cell culture and bioprocessing

Ensure proper handling of equipment and bioreactor systems

Participate in laboratoryanization and maintenance activities

Collaboration & Teamwork

Work closely with multidisciplinary scientific teams

Communicate experimental progress and findings effectively

Contribute to a fast-paced, team-oriented research environment

Demonstrate flexibility, curiosity, and willingness to learn new techniques

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or related field

Up to 3+ years of experience (including internships/co-ops acceptable)

Strong understanding of mammalian cell culture and aseptic techniques

Hands-on laboratory operations experience

Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based research environment

Strong attention to detail and ability to learn new technologies quickly

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with fed-batch and/or perfusion bioreactor systems

Familiarity with cell culture platforms at multiple scales

Knowledge of CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing & Controls) principles

Prior exposure to upstream biologics process development

Strong academic performance (GPA preferred)

Why work for Adecco?

Weekly Pay

401(k) Plan

Skills Training

Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program,muter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, w required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

IMPORTANT: This role is being recruited for by Adecco's Healthcare & Life Sciences division, not your local Adecco Branch Office.

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Pay Details: $35.00 to $44.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program,muter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay w applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to adecco/en-us/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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