Associate Scientist

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is currently seeking an Associate Scientist for a 12+ month contract position with our client located in Foster City, CA. This is a fully onsite position.

Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to support purification process development during pivotal and commercial development phases. This contract role focuses on high throughput purification of upstream/cell culture samples and supports downstream purification characterization studies. A core part of this role is the development and optimization of high throughput purification assays using state of the art automation platforms (e.g., Tecan, Hamilton). The ideal candidate brings strong hands on laboratory skills, deep familiarity with HTP purification methods, and the ability to establish, troubleshoot, and refine automated workflows.

Responsibilities:

• Execute high throughput purification (HTP) workflows for upstream/cell culture samples to support process characterization
• Operate, optimize, and maintain automated liquid handling systems such as Tecan and Hamilton platforms
• Develop, qualify, and refine HTP purification assays and microscale purification methods
• Collaborate with upstream teams to ensure timely sample processing and data delivery
• Contribute to experimental design and execute purification process development and characterization experiments
• Conduct bench scale purification studies using chromatography, filtration, and microscale systems
• Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data in compliance with data integrity expectations
• Prepare high quality protocols, reports, and electronic laboratory notebook documentation
• Support implementation of new purification technologies, instrumentation, and platform enhancements
• Maintain a state of the art purification lab, including instrumentation readiness and workflow improvements
• Partner with upstream, downstream, and cross functional colleagues as needed on development and characterization initiatives
• Follow all compliance, training, and safety requirements

Requirements:

• M.S. with 2+ years or B.S. with 4+ years of relevant industry experience in chemical engineering, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related discipline
• Expertise developing and executing HTP purification assays, including automated liquid handling systems such as Tecan, Hamilton, and microscale chromatography platforms
• Experience with chromatography (e.g., AKTA, plate based), filtration, and standard downstream techniques
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem solving skills
• Ability to work both independently and in collaborative, fast paced environments
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

Pay range: Up to $64.39 per hour

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.

Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

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ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.