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Frontage Laboratories

Associate Scientist

Exton, PA · On-site

Associate Scientist/Scientist - Cell-Based Assay Core Facility Title: Associate Scientist/Scientist ... Prepare cell media and reagents, culture and maintain cell lines, perform transfection and ...

System One

Associate Scientist

Fremont, CA · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Associate Scientist - Mammalian Cell Culture Location: Fremont, CA Pay Rate: $22-25/hour Hours : M-F 8AM-5PM Type: 6 Month Contract potential for hire Overview Biopharmaceutical Division of a Global ...

Orion Group

Associate Scientist I

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$36 - $40/hr

The Associate Scientist I will be a member of the CMC Biologics Cell Culture Development group, responsible for providing support for the development of novel biologics and bioprocess innovation ...

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As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate scientist cell culture in the United States is $35.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.88 and $40.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Associate Scientist in Cell Culture is responsible for growing and maintaining cells in laboratory settings, often for research or pharmaceutical production. They prepare media, monitor cell health, perform experiments, and analyze results to support scientific studies or product development. Their work is crucial for drug discovery, biologics manufacturing, and various life science research projects. Additionally, they maintain lab equipment and ensure that all procedures follow safety and quality standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate scientist cell culture?

To excel as an Associate Scientist Cell Culture, you need a solid background in biology or a related field, experience with aseptic techniques, and knowledge of cell culture methodologies. Familiarity with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), bioreactors, and analytical instruments, as well as GLP or GMP certifications, is often required. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork skills help individuals stand out in this role. These competencies ensure reliable experimental results, compliance with industry standards, and productive collaboration within research and development environments.

What are some common challenges faced by associate scientists cell culture, and how can they be addressed?

Associate Scientists in cell culture often encounter challenges such as contamination, maintaining cell line integrity, and managing complex experiments with strict timelines. Contamination can be minimized by following rigorous aseptic techniques and regularly monitoring cultures. Maintaining detailed records and collaborating closely with team members ensures experiment reproducibility and helps troubleshoot unexpected results. Staying organized and proactive communication with supervisors and colleagues are key strategies for overcoming these challenges and ensuring successful project outcomes.
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Associate Scientist (ELISA, Cell Culture)

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Pearl River, NY • On-site

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Re-posted 11 days ago

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Position Details:
Our client, a world-leading Pharmaceutical Company in Pearl River, NY is currently looking for an Associate Scientist to join their expanding team.
 
Job Title: Associate Scientist (ELISA, Cell Culture)
Duration: 12 months contract, extendable up to 48 months
Location: Pearl River, NY
 
Note:
The client has the right-to-hire you as a permanent employee at any time during or after the end of the contract.
You may participate in the company group medical insurance plan
 
Job Description:
Associate Scientist
 
Why Patients Need You:
Client's purpose is to deliver breakthroughs that change patients’ lives.
Research and Development is at the heart of fulfilling Client's purpose as we work to translate advanced science and technologies into the therapies and vaccines that matter most. Whether you are in the discovery sciences, ensuring drug safety and efficacy or supporting clinical trials, you will apply cutting edge design and process development capabilities to accelerate and bring the best-in-class medicines to patients around the world.
 
What You Will Achieve:
As a Associate Scientist, you will be at the center of our operations and you’ll find that everything we do, every day, is in line with an unwavering commitment to quality.
You will be part of a team to support the preclinical evaluation and early clinical development of mRNA and protein based viral vaccines.
You will be responsible for performing and developing immunoassays supporting various viral programs to monitor the immune responses elicited by vaccine candidates.
You will be using your scientific knowledge to adapt and develop standard methods and techniques by applying prior work experience and consulting others.
You should possess a strong work ethic and collaborative spirit and be adaptable to fast-paced environments.
It is your innovative scientific temperament that will help in making Client ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe.
 
How You Will Achieve It:
Perform assays to analyze immune responses to vaccine candidates that include (but are not limited to) cell culture, neutralization assays, other functional antibody assays, Luminex, and ELISAs in BSL-2 environments.
Generate, characterize and tract critical reagents for preclinical bio-functional studies to support vaccine development.
 
Skills:
ELISA.
Cell culture experience.
Running plate based assays.
Immunoassay.
 
Experience:
Minimum 2 years 2-4 years.
BS Degree or MS Degree in Biology, Immunology, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field.