1

Associate Process Development Scientist Jobs in North Carolina

Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that ... Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong ...

Pioneering science to create transformative molecular medicines. Our mission: Lead innovative ... reports to the Process Development Associate Director/Director. Job Responsibilities

Senior Laser Process Engineer / Scientist

Hickory, NC · On-site

$93K - $120K/yr

Role Purpose Corning is seeking a Senior Laser Process Development Engineer/Scientist to drive early-stage development of advanced laser processes and optical solutions. You'll combine deep technical ...

Senior Laser Process Engineer / Scientist

Hickory, NC · On-site

$93K - $120K/yr

Role Purpose Corning is seeking a Senior Laser Process Development Engineer/Scientist to drive early-stage development of advanced laser processes and optical solutions. You'll combine deep technical ...

Showing results 21-40

Associate Process Development Scientist information

What is the difference between Associate Process Development Scientist vs Process Development Scientist?

AspectAssociate Process Development ScientistProcess Development Scientist
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Life Sciences or Chemical EngineeringBachelor's or Master's, often with more experience or specialization
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, supporting process optimization in labs or manufacturingMore independent, leading process improvements and validations
Employer & Industry UsagePharmaceutical, biotech, or biotech manufacturing companiesSame industries, with increased responsibilities

The Associate Process Development Scientist typically supports process development tasks under supervision, focusing on experimental execution. In contrast, the Process Development Scientist takes on more independent roles, leading projects and process improvements. Both roles are common in biotech and pharmaceutical industries, with the main difference being experience level and scope of responsibilities.

What are popular job titles related to Associate Process Development Scientist jobs in North Carolina? For Associate Process Development Scientist jobs in North Carolina, the most frequently searched job titles are:
What job categories do people searching Associate Process Development Scientist jobs in North Carolina look for? The top searched job categories for Associate Process Development Scientist jobs in North Carolina are:
What cities in North Carolina are hiring for Associate Process Development Scientist jobs? Cities in North Carolina with the most Associate Process Development Scientist job openings:
Infographic showing various Associate Process Development Scientist job openings in North Carolina as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 3% Temporary, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Upstream Process Development Associate I/II

KBI Biopharma, Inc.

Durham, NC

$50K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


KBI Biopharma rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Position Summary:

KBI Biopharma seeks to fill a role for Upstream Cell Culture Process Development Associate. This person will lead and assist in cell culture and harvest projects for mammalian cell lines (mainly CHO variants) in support of process development, scale-up, and technology transfer to cGMP manufacturing.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Assist the team in the set-up, operation, and associated analysis of cell culture and bioreactor processes including bioreactor preparation, autoclaving, inoculation, sampling, feeding, data entry, and data analysis for shake flask and various scale bioreactors (ambr15, ambr250, 3 L & 15 L glass bioreactors, 50 L and 200 L Xcellerex single-use bioreactors).

  • Lead in maintaining and monitoring process development experiments in shake flasks and bioreactors. Required to perform calculations for growth rate, specific productivity, and bioreactor agitation and gassing scale up/scale down.

  • Perform data entry and plotting, generate presentations and support writing of technical reports using MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word).

  • Maintain detailed batch sheets and data binders with shake flask and bioreactor test results following good documentation practices (GDP).

  • Assist in data analysis using statistical software like Design Expert (DOE), JMP, etc. and help with writing technical documents and reports.

  • Maintains a cell culture-specific project plan, including raw materials and equipment availability, in preparation of laboratory and pilot- scale runs.

  • Serves as a participant on process development teams and coaches junior individuals on cell culture techniques.

  • If necessary, interacts with client to present data, provide responses to client queries and help take projects from start to finish, either independently or in teams of 2-3 individuals.

  • Assist in process transfer from process development to manufacturing.

  • Experience in medium development will be a plus

Position Requirements:

  • Bachelor's and 1-3+ years' experience, or master's degree and 2+ years' experience in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology or related area.

  • Working knowledge of mammalian cell culture.

  • Advanced ability with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint and Word).

  • Demonstrates ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.

  • Excellent customer service skills and the ability to meet strict client deadlines.

  • Flexibility of hours to support cell culture processes over weekends (2-4 weekend days per month) and holidays. Weekend and holiday hours are compensated as a premium in addition to base salary.

Salary: $50,000-$70,000

Salary range provided per current averages and expectations. The salary and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience and may be outside this range. KBI has a robust total rewards strategy which includes an annual bonus structure for all employees, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid PTO and holidays, Sabbatical program, 401K matching with 100% vesting in 60 days and employee recognition programs.

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

I attest with my signature below that I have given to KBI Biopharma, Inc. true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize KBI Biopharma, Inc. to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.


What KBI Biopharma employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom