Research Associate, Process Development Upstream
About this role
- Responsible for mammalian cell culture process development and optimization including but not limited to recombinant protein production, cell adaptation to suspension or serum-free conditions, media/feed screening comparing growth and productivity in various media, growing and maintaining cells in shake flasks, wave and stirred tank bioreactors. Responsibilities also include seed train development, production bioreactor inoculation, maintenance, sampling, and feeding, and cell culture harvest/clarification.
- Work with many different kinds of mammalian cell lines (CHO-GS, CHO-DG44, CHO-M, CHO-S, NSO, HEK, etc) utilizing aseptic techniques, and apply a good understanding of the effect of general metabolic pathways (nutrient usage, expression system, etc.) physical (morphology, pH, osmolality, etc.) as well as mechanical (agitation speeds, oxygen and pH control, etc.) parameters on cell growth and recombinant protein production.
- Preparation of various cell culture media and feed formulations from scratch.
- Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain cell culture equipment such as bioreactors and analyzers.
- Scale up and tech transfer cell culture and harvest processes to the Manufacturing department.
- Analyze growth, production, and nutrient usage data, create data spreadsheets and graphs in Excel or JMP, document data and findings for traceability and regulatory requirements, write technical and summary reports, generate slide decks, and lastly, communicate findings and participate in scientific discussions within the group and with clients.
- Work with minimal supervision on projects of routine or low to moderate complexity.
- Research and implement new methods and technologies to enhance operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- B.S. degree in a Biological Science
- Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant industry experience with demonstrated working knowledge of scientific principles.
- You have a "bring it on!" team player approach and an unshakable positive attitude, always ready to tackle anything that comes your way.
- Your written and verbal skills are out of this world, and you communicate with clarity and confidence.
- You have exceptional multitasking skills and an unparalleled attention to detail that ensure the smooth running of everything.
- You are a master at building relationships, capable of establishing connections with anyone, be it team members, clients, vendors, or suppliers.
Company at a glance
Avid Bioservices is a biologics CDMO and partner focused on delivering quality, speed, and predictability from DNA to CGMP.
We support biotech and pharma companies across the full development lifecycle, with integrated capabilities in cell line development, process development, and CGMP manufacturing for clinical and commercial supply.
Our platforms are intentionally aligned from early development through manufacturing, enabling seamless tech transfer and reducing risk as programs scale.
Our approach is built on predictable delivery. We combine rapid timelines with disciplined execution, giving our partners confidence in both speed and outcomes.
With transparent communication and strong program management, our teams operate as an extension of our clients - ensuring clarity, accountability, and momentum at every stage.
Quality underpins everything we do. We have a strong regulatory track record and a commitment to operational excellence that enables consistent, reliable results from early-phase programs through commercial production.
Our U.S.-based facilities provide a trusted, scalable manufacturing environment.
At Avid, our services are designed to solve a single problem: how to move biologics programs forward quickly and reliably without compromising quality. By aligning our capabilities, platforms, and teams around that goal, we help our partners accelerate development and deliver therapies to patients with confidence.
Top Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Performance-based Bonuses
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