Process Development - Research Associate Job Listing at Kelly Services in Winston Salem, NC (Job ID US3589125_BH9916062)

Description

Research Associate – Cell Therapy Process Development
Location: Winston-Salem, NC (Onsite 5 Days/Week)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Salary: $70,000 annually
*This role does not offer relocation assistance or visa sponsorship.

Position Summary:
An innovative biotechnology company is seeking a Research Associate – Cell Therapy Process Development to support lab-based efforts to develop and optimize cutting-edge cell therapy manufacturing processes. This is a fully onsite role, ideal for candidates with a strong scientific background in biology or related fields, and hands-on experience with cell culture techniques in an academic or industry setting. The individual in this position will contribute to key R&D activities, support technology transfer efforts, and receive structured training while working closely with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute laboratory experiments to support the development and optimization of manufacturing processes for cell-based therapies, including media prep, cell expansion, harvesting, and formulation.

• Perform hands-on cell culture work in a cleanroom or lab environment, following strict aseptic techniques.

• Analyze experimental data and communicate results clearly to internal teams; participate in regular project meetings and updates.

• Assist in troubleshooting experiments and improving existing protocols in collaboration with team members.

• Support process validation and technology transfer activities as new methods and systems move toward GMP clinical and commercial use.

• Draft and revise technical documents including batch records, SOPs, protocols, and reports.

• Participate in maintaining documentation in accordance with GMP and regulatory standards.

• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Regulatory teams to ensure compliance and effective process development support.

• Maintain lab equipment and materials, and follow safety protocols consistently.

• Work onsite in the lab five days a week; occasional weekend work may be required depending on project timelines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, or a related scientific field.

• 1–3 years of hands-on experience in a research, academic, or industry lab environment—cell culture experience required.

• Experience working with cell therapy products is a plus, but not required.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, fully onsite laboratory setting.

• Strong scientific foundation and an eagerness to continue learning and developing new technical skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to document results and follow protocols accurately.

• Basic understanding of GMP, GLP, or other regulatory frameworks is a plus.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience using electronic lab notebooks or data analysis software (e.g., JMP) is helpful.

• Must be comfortable handling human tissue samples and following safety protocols.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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