Research Associate
External ID # 59104-1
Seattle, WA- ON SITE
12 month W2 contract (with potential to extend or transition to perm)
Pay rate: $29-35/hour - Depending on Education and Experience
Summary:
Shift: First
The primary role for the VVDT Assistant Scientist/Research Associate is to act on development and execution of critical raw material testing protocols in support of engineered T-cell programs, commercial and clinical manufacturing. This role will require to deliver high quality work and timely output in a cellular therapeutic manufacturing environment.
This position reports to a VVDT manager/team lead.
Responsibilities:

• Performs routine cell culture experiments per written procedures, where ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required
• Assists in design and creation of material testing plans, identifying critical process parameter, and handling troubleshooting
• Performs data analysis to establish criticality for processes, presents study data and results in team meetings
• Author timely reports detailing experimental work and summarizing results, maintaining electronic laboratory notebooks
• Assists with the revision and creation of process documents, such as SOPs and electronic work instructions
• Collaborate with others to handle day to day operation of the laboratory to ensure smooth operation
• Maintains laboratory space to comply with regulatory requirements and safe work environment
• Works in teams and has continual interaction with internal as well as external teams throughout the production process in order to exchange information regarding the run(s) in process

Skills or Requirements:

• B.S. in Chemical/Biological Engineering, Immunology, Biology or relevant scientific discipline with 0-2 years of biotechnology or cell therapy industry experience
• Experience with aseptic processing of mammalian or primary cell culture in biological safety Cabinet
• Excellent documentation and data management skills
• Detail oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in common computer tools such as word processing, spreadsheet, and web-based applications
• Demonstrated ability to work well both independently and on a team in a fast-paced environment, and prioritize work across multiple projects

What’s In It For You?
We welcome you to be a part of one of the largest global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401K Retirement Saving Plan
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll
• Employee Discount Programs
• Referral Bonus Programs

Estimated Min Rate: $24.47
Estimated Max Rate: $34.95
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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