Research Associate (Cell Banking, Cell Culture) / Pharma Industry - Pioneer Data Systems : Job Details

Our client, a world-leading Pharmaceutical Company in Andover, MA is currently looking for a Research Associate to join their expanding team.Position Details:Job Title: Research Associate (Cell Banking, Cell Culture) / Pharma IndustryDuration: 18 months contract, extendable up to 36 monthsLocation: Andover, MANote:The client has the right-to-hire you as a permanent employee at any time during or after the end of the contract.You may participate in the company group medical insurance planJob Description:This role is part of Pharmaceutical's Bioprocess Research & Development Cell Banking team responsible for the manufacturing and testing of GMP cell banks used to produce clinical and commercial biopharmaceutical productThis role will involve performing cell bank testing oversight activities, including identifying required tests, working with contract testing laboratories to manage testing submissions and providing technical review and interpretation of results.This role is at the center of our operations and everything we do, every day, is in line with an unwavering commitment to quality.A strong foundation in general scientific practice, its principles and concepts will help in meeting critical deadlines.You will be relied on as a technical contributor to assess the assigned tasks and make decisions that involve direct application of your knowledge.It is your hard work and commitment that will make Pharmaceutical ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe.Position Responsibilities:Coordinate cell bank/bulk harvest testing, including creation of specifications, submission of samples to testing laboratory and review and approval of results.Maintain all related data and records in compliance with cGMPs and quality procedures. Collaborate with team members and partner functions (e.g. Quality Assurance) to ensure all cell bank testing-related quality and compliance requirements are met.Author technical documents and standard operating procedures (SOPs) Pay attention to detail, strictly adhere to standard operating procedures, and use knowledge to advance projects under rapidly shifting priorities and timelines.Support product investigations and new method evaluation(s) as needed.Organizational RelationshipsExternal CROs executing Cell Bank testingPharmaceutical QAPharmSci Cell Bank teamTechnical Skills RequirementsMust HaveExperience in a biologics manufacturing or laboratory environment.Good understanding of mammalian/microbial cell culture techniquesGood documentation skills with high attention to detail and strong organizational skillsFamiliarity with cGMP requirementsExcellent oral and written communication skillsNice-to-HaveExperience with cell banking-related activitiesKnowledge and practical application of microbiological/viral testing methods and molecular biology techniquesExperience with laboratory information management systems or documentation management systemsTechnical writing experience for documents such as SOPs and technical documentsPhysical Position RequirementsOffice BasedAbility to perform mathematical calculations and complex data analysisWork Schedule:Monday - Friday / First shiftInterview:First round Phone / Second round Teams MeetingComments:Analytical testing experience is a plusNon-lab based role for scientific groupMinimum Education:Associate Degree or Bachelor's degree in biology or related scientific discipline with 0 - 3 years of relevant experience.Master's Degree in Biology.