Quality Control Research Associate - I*
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About the Position
Quality Control Research Associate - I
Code: 36200
Posted: 2026-05-01
Type: Contract
Location: El Segundo, CA
Remote: No
Salary Range: $0 - $36.52 Per Hour
Category: PreClinical
We are currently searching for a skilled Research Associate to join a well-known client’s team in Philadelphia, PA. In this early career scientist role, you will support internal lentiviral vector programs by developing and executing analytical testing methods. This position offers a hands-on laboratory environment where collaboration, scientific rigor, and innovation are critical. The Research Associate’s work will have a direct impact on the organization and the broader clinical and biopharmaceutical industry, making this an excellent career opportunity.
Responsibilities
- Perform release, characterization, and stability testing of lentiviral products to support analytical needs for discovery and process development teams.
- Execute assays including, but not limited to: Western Blot, ELISA/AlphaLISA, PCR-based methods, flow cytometry, particle analysis, and cell-based viral titration.
- Communicate scientific data effectively through data presentations, protocols, test methods, and development reports.
- Contribute innovative ideas for developing novel methods to quantify lentiviral product strength, safety, purity, and identity.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional scientific teams to support program goals.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of relevant laboratory experience required.
- Biopharmaceutical industry experience preferred.
- Demonstrated experience with viral vector characterization using cell-based, molecular (qPCR/ddPCR), and/or biochemical methods strongly preferred.
- Experience developing procedures for GLP and/or cGMP environments is a plus.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline required.
To Be a Best Fit, Your Strengths Must Include
- Strong commitment to hands-on, bench-based experimental work.
- Ability to design, execute, troubleshoot, and interpret experiments with limited oversight.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present complex analytical data clearly.
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail in a fast-paced, timeline-driven environment.
- Collaborative mindset and proven ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
We Offer
Full-time employees are also eligible for benefits options such as health coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401k benefits.
About the Company
At Advanced Clinical, our commitment to diversity and inclusion in every part of our organization is crucial to fulfilling our mission and demonstrating our REAL values. Advanced Clinical is committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or sexual preference, pregnancy or maternity, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Advanced Clinical complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [email protected].
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Advanced Clinical is a global clinical development organization that provides CRO, FSP, Quality & Validation, and Strategic Resourcing services for biopharmaceutical and medical device organizations. Our mission is to deliver a better clinical experience for our clients. With global experience in over 50 countries, we are committed to improving all lives touched by clinical research. We understand the complex nature of the clinical research industry and approach each opportunity with compassion. Together, we answer the hopes of patients and healthcare professionals with industry-leading services in global life-sciences.