Associate Scientist

Job Description

Job Title: Analytical Method Automation Sr. Associate Scientist

Job Location: 400 Dexter Avenue North - Seattle, Washington 98109

Duration: 12+ months

Job Description:

Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company, is hiring an Analytical Method Automation Sr. Associate Scientist, on a contract basis.

Summary:

Seeking an Analytical Method Automation Sr. Associate Scientist to contribute to the development and implementation of novel immunoassays that enable rapid, unsupervised and robust characterization of cell therapy process intermediates during the manufacturing process. This candidate will work closely with lab automation engineers, analytical development and process development scientists to test and implement novel reagents to streamline sample preparation, data acquisition and data analysis workflow. The candidate will also work with the team to transition from manual to automated workflows as development progresses, characterizing method performance and robustness between the two modes. This candidate will support the qualification of the developed automated assay, ensuring method readiness for manufacturing implementation. This role provides a unique opportunity to screen and implement novel assay technologies to support near real-time CAR-T monitoring during manufacturing. A strong background in immunoassays, particularly flow cytometry development, will be needed.

Education/Experience:

Bachelors degree in molecular or cellular biology, biomedical engineering, or related discipline

4 years of experience in cell-based assay development, specifically cell counting and flow-based assays

Experience with method development and qualification

Knowledge/Skills:

Previous experience with flow cytometry assay development for cell characterization, including panel design and sample preparation protocol development

Knowledge of flow cytometry reagents and approaches to support automation and streamlining of methods

Previous experience with in vitro culture of primary cells

Highly motivated, detail oriented with the ability to multi-task

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Strong organizational and time management skills

Strong written, verbal and presentation skills

Responsibilities:

Test commercially available reagents for assessment in novel flow cytometry methods.

Plan method testing to support thorough screening of sample preparation parameters and their impact on data acquisition/analysis quality

Support custom reagent testing and streamlining of analytical method to enable operator-free execution

Execute analytical method qualification studies to demonstrate readiness for manufacturing implementation

Analyze experiment data to identify trends, support decision making and determine next steps

Prepare and present data on development progress, analytical method performance across sample types, comparability to existing methods where applicable

Author technical documents such as method operating procedures, comparability and qualification protocols and reports.

Collaboration and Communication:

Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency.

Work with internal collaborators to support method transfer to other sitesCompany Description

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class places to work.

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer.