Associate II, Analytical Development, Testing Core (Biophysical Methods)

ElevateBio is a technology-driven cell and gene therapy company, accelerating access to the cutting-edge technologies and expertise to change the future of medicine. Our integrated technologies model offers turnkey scale and biotechnological capabilities to power cell and gene therapy processes, programs, and companies to their full potential.

The Role:
The Associate II of the Analytical Testing Core is responsible for performing non-GMP assays in support of the research and development functions at our Basecamp facility in Waltham. This position will work with Analytical Development to transfer pre-qualified assay into the Analytical Testing Core for routine use. Once transferred, the associate will receive, prepare, and test samples per the established test method. Upon testing completion, the associate will ensure the timely review and reporting of data to the submitting group.

 

Here’s What You’ll Do:

• Work with management to implement laboratory systems to manage sample receipt, test execution, data integrity, and reporting.
• Draft SOPs, forms, and test records for the methods and equipment used in the Analytical Testing Core
• Implement test methods developed and pre-qualified in Analytical Development for routine non-GMP testing.
• Perform daily laboratory operations, including routine testing, inventory management, reagent ordering, and maintenance activities.
• Communicate with management and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure all testing is initiated and completed within required project timelines.
• Maintain control charts to monitor the performance of methods within Analytical Testing Core laboratory.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree with 1-3 years of experience in a technical discipline (Biology/ Chemistry/ Microbiology or related field).
• Experience working in an Analytical Development or Quality Control
• Experience with biochemical and biophysical test methodologies like ELISA, U/HPLC, CE-SDS, etc.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment to meet project goals and testing turnaround times.
• Strong communication skills with an ability to clearly present complex scientific concepts and data.
• Experience in cell and gene therapy manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Experience working with electronic systems (LIMS and ELN) is a plus.

Why Join ElevateBio?

ElevateBio is accelerating access to the cutting-edge technologies and expertise that will change the future of medicine. Our ecosystem combines multiple R&D technology platforms – including Life Edit, a next-generation, full-spectrum gene-editing platform; a proprietary induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) platform, and an RNA, cell, protein, and vector engineering platform – with BaseCamp®, our end-to-end genetic medicine cGMP manufacturing and process development business, to power the discovery and development of advanced therapeutics.

With these leading-edge platforms and capabilities, we are enabling a broad breadth of biopharmaceutical companies in the development of their novel cell and gene therapies while also building our own innovative pipeline of cellular, genetic, and regenerative medicines. Together, we aim to be the dominant engine inside the world’s greatest scientific advancements harnessing human cells and genes to alter disease.

Our Mission: 
To power the creation of life-transforming cell and gene therapies, at a speed the world deserves.

Our Vision: 
We seek to be the world’s most indispensable cell and gene therapy technology company, redefining how companies operate, how products are created and how disease is treated. 

ElevateBio is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. ElevateBio will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.