The Fountain Group is currently seeking a Associate Scientist - Biology II* for a prominent client of ours. This position is located at Foster City, CA. Details for the position are as follows:
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Associate Scientist - Biology II
Location: Foster City, CA (Onsite, Monday–Friday)
Pay Rate: $44.54/hr
Duration: 6 Months contract with possible extension
Job Description
Seeking an Associate Scientist to support Protein Sciences activities for CAR-T and cell therapy programs in a bench-focused laboratory role. Responsibilities include recombinant protein expression, purification, analytical characterization, and reagent preparation to support downstream assays.
- Execute recombinant protein expression workflows using mammalian cell culture and transient transfection systems
- Perform protein purification using AKTA chromatography systems including affinity, size exclusion, and ion exchange chromatography
- Conduct protein and antibody characterization using SDS-PAGE, Western blot, UPLC/HPLC, and Octet/BLI assays
- Support antibody and protein conjugation workflows with analytical follow-up
- Prepare reagents and materials for downstream cell-based and flow cytometry assays
- Maintain electronic lab notebooks, LIMS documentation, and adherence to SOPs
- Support laboratory operations including reagent inventory, consumables management, and equipment maintenance
- Generate reproducible experimental data supporting Protein Sciences research activities
Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Protein Science, or related scientific discipline
Required Skills
- Recombinant protein expression and purification
- Mammalian cell culture and transient transfection
- AKTA chromatography systems
- Affinity chromatography, SEC, and ion exchange chromatography
- SDS-PAGE and Western blot analysis
- UPLC/HPLC protein characterization
- Octet/BLI binding assays
- Antibody and protein conjugation workflows
- Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELN) and LIMS documentation
- SOP-driven laboratory execution in regulated research environments
Preferred Skills
- Experience supporting CAR-T or cell therapy research programs
- Protein reagent preparation for flow cytometry and cell-based assays
- Biochemical and biophysical protein characterization
- Experimental troubleshooting and assay optimization
Industry laboratory experience in Protein Sciences or biologics research
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