Astellas Pharma · 11 hours ago
Senior Research Associate
Westborough, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $125K/yr
5+ years expAstellas Pharma is a global pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing innovative therapies for patients. The Senior Research Associate will contribute to scientific experiments and administrative operations, while executing protocols and summarizing results independently.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedical
Responsibilities
Work closely with other Process Readiness team members, as well as interact with personnel within other Technical Operations groups and upstream Biology teams
With direction of supervisor, assist in experimental design and method development
Independently run experimental studies, document results, and analyse data
Apply critical thinking skills to troubleshoot and solve technical problems with the supervisor
Maintain, passage, freeze, and characterize cell lines using techniques including imaging, metabolic profiling, qPCR and flow cytometry
Independently prepare drafts of study protocols and technical reports, detailing procedures, outcomes, and observations
Offer insightful review of documentation, potentially including those from other groups within Astellas and/or outside labs
Contribute to batch record development
Follow SOPs and batch records with high attention to detail
Maintain accurate record keeping in laboratory notebooks and appropriate databases in a timely manner
Perform literature searches and analysis as needed for process and assay development
Maintain inventory of reagents and disposables and order supplies as needed
Ability to adjust schedule when necessary to meet job responsibilities, work longer weekdays or on weekends
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with 5+ years lab experience or master's degree with 2+ years lab experience
Proficient in aseptic technique and mammalian-cell culture
Working experience with stem cells (embryonic stem cells, iPS cells or mesenchymal stem cells) and their differentiation towards products for regenerative medicine
Theoretical and hands-on knowledge and experience with methods used for molecular characterization of mammalian cells, particularly cell culture techniques, imaging, metabolic profiling and gene expression analysis
Working experience in the development of SOPs or batch records
Ability to maintain accurate records and effectively manage multiple projects
Ability to work productively in a collaborative and cross functional team environment with internal and external partners across multiple scientific disciplines
Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills to convey technical information clearly to diverse audiences
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Exceptional oral and written skills
Preferred
Previous experience in process development of cell-based products and automation solutions, and familiarity with cGMP
Experience with the use of bioreactors or closed systems for mammalian cell culture, with preference for the culture of pluripotent cells or their derivatives
Experience with ocular cell cultures, biochemistry, eye organogenesis, and/or physiology of vision
Experience with basic molecular biology techniques (e.g., qPCR, immunofluorescence)
Proficiency using Microsoft Office software (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation and Sick time, plus national holidays including year-end shut down
401(k) match and annual company contribution
Company paid life insurance
Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions
Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
Company-paid fleet vehicle for eligible positions
Referral bonus program
Company
Astellas Pharma
Astellas Pharma is a global pharmaceutical research & development company.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
2020-07-22Grant
2008-10-13IPO
Leadership Team
Amanda Hart
Head, Global Commercial Analytics and Reporting
Recent News
2026-01-07
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