Clinical-Scientific - Bench Scientist

Title: Bench Scientist
Location: Andover, MA
Duration: 15 months contract (Extendable)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 1st shift (average 2 off-hour lab sessions per week)

Overview
The Manufacturing Sciences and Technology (MSAT) Upstream Group supports late-stage development and commercial biopharmaceutical/vaccine production, focusing on process troubleshooting, improvements, and second-generation process development. This role contributes to fermentation process execution, analytics, equipment maintenance, and collaborative technical problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team of scientists and engineers on upstream fermentation projects

• Setup bioreactors, execute experiments, perform basic analytics, and document results

• Maintain laboratory area and equipment in clean, safe, and functional condition

• Perform routine laboratory studies, following SOPs and Standard Work instructions

• Serve as an upstream process resource for project teams

• Comply with safety and regulatory requirements via internal training programs

• Conduct user-level equipment maintenance and associated documentation

• Troubleshoot technical issues with processes, equipment, and instrumentation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Chemical Engineering, Bioprocessing, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, or related discipline

• 3-5 years relevant bioprocess experience

• Proficient in aseptic technique (REQUIRED)

• Experience in bioreactor operation and related analytical tools

• Strong upstream technical knowledge and hands-on skills

• Ability to plan and execute experiments independently

• Strong data analysis, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Proficient in scientific software and analytical tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry experience in biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical manufacturing

• Troubleshooting skills for electrical and mechanical systems

• Experience in microbial fermentation at lab and pilot/manufacturing scale

• Familiarity with control and data acquisition systems

• Knowledge of cell culture and fermentation scale-up, optimization, and operations

• Interest in applying current scientific literature

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs routinely

• Standing, walking, bending, and tool use for prolonged periods

• Perform complex mathematical calculations and data analysis

Interview Process

• Round 1: Phone screening

• Round 2: Onsite interview