Process Development - Research Associate

Research Associate Cell Therapy Process Development
Location: Winston-Salem, NC (Onsite 5 Days/Week)
Schedule: MondayFriday, 9:00 AM5:00 PM
Salary: $70,000 annually
*This role does not offer relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.

Position Summary:
An innovative biotechnology company is seeking a Research Associate Cell Therapy Process Development to support lab-based efforts to develop and optimize cutting-edge cell therapy manufacturing processes. This is a fully onsite role, ideal for candidates with a strong scientific background in biology or related fields, and hands-on experience with cell culture techniques in an academic or industry setting. The individual in this position will contribute to key R&D activities, support technology transfer efforts, and receive structured training while working closely with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute laboratory experiments to support the development and optimization of manufacturing processes for cell-based therapies, including media prep, cell expansion, harvesting, and formulation.

• Perform hands-on cell culture work in a cleanroom or lab environment, following strict aseptic techniques.

• Analyze experimental data and communicate results clearly to internal teams; participate in regular project meetings and updates.

• Assist in troubleshooting experiments and improving existing protocols in collaboration with team members.

• Support process validation and technology transfer activities as new methods and systems move toward GMP clinical and commercial use.

• Draft and revise technical documents including batch records, SOPs, protocols, and reports.

• Participate in maintaining documentation in accordance with GMP and regulatory standards.

• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Regulatory teams to ensure compliance and effective process development support.

• Maintain lab equipment and materials, and follow safety protocols consistently.

• Work onsite in the lab five days a week; occasional weekend work may be required depending on project timelines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, or a related scientific field.

• 13 years of hands-on experience in a research, academic, or industry lab environmentcell culture experience required.

• Experience working with cell therapy products is a plus, but not required.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, fully onsite laboratory setting.

• Strong scientific foundation and an eagerness to continue learning and developing new technical skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to document results and follow protocols accurately.

• Basic understanding of GMP, GLP, or other regulatory frameworks is a plus.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience using electronic lab notebooks or data analysis software (e.g., JMP) is helpful.

• Must be comfortable handling human tissue samples and following safety protocols.

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