Process Development Associate, RA II (Contract)

country: US all locations: [South San Francisco, California] commitment: Contract department: location: South San Francisco, California team: Technical Operations Responsibilites: Contribute to process development for cell therapy development programs, including natural killer (NK cells) and other therapeutic cell modalities Perform small- and large-scale experiments using primary cells to support multiple operations including expansion, gene editing, selection/expansion of clones, cell harvest and cryopreservation Perform transductions on primary human cells via viral vectors and other gene delivery methods Supports process optimization efforts to increase process robustness, improve transduction efficiency, cell yield and purity Contribute to donor screening and testing processes using high-throughput assays. Collaborate with research teams on relevant ex-vivo assays (Flow Cytometry, ELISA, Luminex based assays and PCR) Maintain accurate lab records and notebooks Author protocols, reports and standard operating procedure documents Present results in team meetings and delivers presentation to both small and large groups Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cell & Molecular Biology or related life science field, with a minimum of 2 years of experience, preferably in process development setting Experience with mammalian tissue culture including both adherent and suspension cells. Proficiency with flow cytometry strongly preferred. Ability to design and execute experiments with minimal technical supervision.  Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Highly organized and detailed oriented individual with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Must be a team player, proactive and willing to work in a small team environment. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient with MS office and other commonly used software and technology platforms. Self-motivated and eager to take on temporary responsibilities outside of initial job description. Salary and Benefits:   Compensation for this role includes  hourly base salary The base hourly range for this role is $45-56 per hour. Starting pay is determined by multiple job-related factors including a candidate’s skills, education and experience level, benchmark, and internal parity. Significant growth opportunity as the company expands. Empathetic, supportive, and collaborative colleagues and work environments