Associate Scientist / Analytical Development

Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking an Associate Scientist, Analytical Development, for a 6-month contract opportunity with a biotechnology client in Irvine. If you are driven by the prospect of translating cutting-edge scientific discoveries into tangible advancements and are poised to advance your career, join us as we pioneer progress in the biotechnology and medical device industries.

Workplace: Onsite in Irvine

Position Title: Associate Scientist, Analytical Development

Position Type: 6-month contract

Pay rate: $24-30 per hour

Overview

About the role

We’re seeking an Associate Scientist to support analytical method development, testing services, and product improvement initiatives. In this hands-on laboratory role, you’ll develop and run HPLC methods, perform chemical and biological assays, analyze results, and share findings with the team.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust HPLC methods for small and large molecules in support of analytical testing services, product development, technical product support, and process improvements.
• Operate HPLC and other analytical instruments to conduct routine testing.
• Prepare samples in large quantities while maintaining consistency and minimizing variability.
• Perform chemical and biological assays, analyze data, and contribute to experimental design.
• Prepare formal reports and presentations and participate in group and project meetings.
• Follow established procedures while applying sound judgment to routine and moderately scoped problems.
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold Good Laboratory Practices, procedures, and safety standards.
• Build your technical knowledge through training and review of scientific and technical publications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a biological or chemical science, or equivalent; a master’s degree is preferred.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience, including hands-on HPLC experience.
• Strong grounding in analytical chemistry, general chemistry, and biochemistry.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment such as balances and pH meters.
• Understanding of analytical precision and accuracy, experimental methods, and statistical data analysis.
• General knowledge of laboratory safety, computer systems, and GMP, GLP, and GDP practices.
• Ability to apply scientific and professional concepts, company policies, and procedures to assigned work.
• Clear English communication skills, spoken, written, and reading.
• Potential to build technical expertise, think independently and creatively, and collaborate effectively.

Preferred

• Experience with additional analytical chemistry techniques.
• Knowledge of cell culture or microbiology.
• Familiarity with programming languages such as R or Python.

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