Process Development Associate, Strain Management
New England Biolabs
Summary
We are seeking a Process Development Associate to prepare and qualify Master and Working Cell Banks; perform quality control testing on GMP- and non-GMP-grade cell banks; maintain cell line storage and traceability; and support cell line engineering activities. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficient hands-on laboratory techniques.
Job description
How you’ll contribute:
- Prepares all Master Cell Banks (MCBs) and Working Cell Banks (WCBs), including cell growth and suspension in freezing solution, vial preparation, and vialing.
- Perform all GMP and non-GMP grade cell bank QCs.
- Ensures proper transfer and placement of cell banks into correct storage locations.
- Assists the strain manager to ensure accurate documentation and traceability of engineered cell lines and associated product source information.
- Assist the strain manager in cell line engineering.
- Preparation and maintenance of competent E. coli strains for in-house use.
- Perform routine environmental monitoring.
- Perform other related duties as needed.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biochemistry, or related field with 1 year of relevant experience.
- Hands-on experience with qPCR, DNA sequencing and standard molecular biology techniques.
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to work flexible hours is necessary to meet development and manufacturing needs, structured around an M-F first shift schedule.
What will make you stand out:
- Proficiency in bioinformatics
- Experience using Geneious software.
- Experience working in Benchling.
- Experience in strain engineering.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biochemistry, or related field with 1 year of relevant experience.
- Hands-on experience with qPCR, DNA sequencing and standard molecular biology techniques.
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to work flexible hours is necessary to meet development and manufacturing needs, structured around an M-F first shift schedule.
Benefits
- Annual discretionary profit-sharing bonus
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 10% 401k match
- Exceptional benefits package
Company overview
New England Biolabs (NEB) is a leading American life sciences company founded in 1974 by Harvard Medical School professor Donald Comb. Headquartered in Ipswich, Massachusetts, NEB has established itself as the industry leader in the discovery and production of enzymes for molecular biology applications. The company offers the largest selection of recombinant and native enzymes for genomic research and has expanded its product portfolio to include solutions for PCR, gene expression, next-generation sequencing sample preparation, synthetic biology, glycobiology, epigenetics, and RNA analysis. As a privately held company with subsidiaries and distributors in 34 countries worldwide, NEB maintains a strong commitment to scientific excellence and innovation. The company operates with a unique corporate philosophy that encourages scientific dialogue and maintains a collaborative research environment. NEB also provides free access to important research databases including REBASE, InBASE, and Polbase, demonstrating its dedication to supporting the broader scientific community. With Nobel laureate Sir Richard John Roberts serving as chief scientific officer, NEB continues to advance molecular biology research through high-quality reagents and innovative technologies.