R&D Partners · 15 hours ago
Associate Scientist II (High Throughput Purification)
Foster City, CA
Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$107K/yr - $134K/yr
2+ years expR&D Partners is a global functional service provider specializing in scientific, clinical research, and engineering. They are seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to support purification process development during pivotal and commercial development phases, focusing on high-throughput purification of upstream/cell culture samples.
Staffing Agency
Responsibilities
Execute high‑throughput purification (HTP) workflows for upstream/cell culture samples to support process characterization
Operate, optimize, and maintain automated liquid handling systems such as Tecan and Hamilton platforms
Develop, qualify, and refine HTP purification assays and microscale purification methods
Collaborate with upstream teams to ensure timely sample processing and data delivery
Contribute to experimental design and execute purification process development and characterization experiments
Conduct bench‑scale purification studies using chromatography, filtration, and microscale systems
Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data in compliance with data integrity expectations
Prepare high‑quality protocols, reports, and electronic laboratory notebook documentation
Support implementation of new purification technologies, instrumentation, and platform enhancements
Maintain a state‑of‑the‑art purification lab, including instrumentation readiness and workflow improvements
Partner with upstream, downstream, and cross‑functional colleagues as needed on development and characterization initiatives
Follow all compliance, training, and safety requirements
Qualification
Required
M.S. with 2+ years or B.S. with 4+ years of relevant industry experience in chemical engineering, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related discipline
Expertise developing and executing HTP purification assays, including automated liquid handling systems such as Tecan, Hamilton, and microscale chromatography platforms
Experience with chromatography (e.g., AKTA, plate‑based), filtration, and standard downstream techniques
Strong analytical, documentation, and problem‑solving skills
Ability to work both independently and in collaborative, fast‑paced environments
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Benefits
Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
Dental & Vision insurance
401k plan
Employee Assistance Program
Long-term disability
Weekly payroll
Expense reimbursement
Online timecard approval
Company
R&D Partners
R&D Partners is a national staffing agency that specializes in scientific, clinical, and engineering positions.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-06-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Pooja Pathak
R&D Partners Research Scientist at Bristol Myers Squibb
Scott Hopkins
Founder and Member of Board of Directors
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