Analytical Development Scientist

Feeling stuck? Put your career in motion with a great, new opportunity. Join the Kelly® Science & Clinical as we search for an Analytical Development Scientist to work at a leading biopharmaceutical organization in Tustin, CA. We’re here every step of the way to help you and your career be the best it can be. Bring your energy and expertise. We’ll help you get where you want to be.

• Competitive compensation packages, including base salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) matching, PTO).
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge biopharmaceutical technologies and industry-leading experts.
• Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture fostering professional growth.
• Direct impact on the development and manufacturing of life-saving therapies.

• Design and optimize analytical experiments utilizing cell-based assays, ELISA, HPLC, and electrophoresis to evaluate protein-based products.
• Independently apply scientific judgment to interpret test results and resolve challenges encountered during method development or routine analysis.
• Lead studies focused on validation, method transfer, and process support, acting as the primary point of contact for these projects.
• Supervise and mentor junior laboratory staff, reviewing their work and ensuring accurate documentation of experimental data.
• Collaborate regularly with interdisciplinary groups, including project management, process development, and quality control, to ensure effective project execution.
• Prepare comprehensive data summaries, graphical presentations, and technical reports for senior team members and external clients.
• Author and update operating procedures, test methods, and laboratory documentation in compliance with established guidelines.
• Take ownership as subject matter expert to assist quality control, provide technical guidance, and support regulatory readiness.
• Participate in regulatory and quality audits, maintaining both company and industry standards for cGMP and compliance.
• Contribute to laboratory initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, maintaining best practices, and implementing new technologies.

• Hold a BS degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field (required).
• Have 8+ years of biotech industry experience working in a QC or analytical laboratory setting.
• Possess hands-on experience with HPLC, CE, Potency/ELISA, protein characterization, electrophoresis, chromatography, and assay validation/qualification.
• Are skilled in analytical biochemistry methods, report/procedure/specification writing, GMP compliance, and regulatory audits.
• Demonstrate strong scientific reasoning, multitasking abilities, and can work independently to make sound decisions.

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still in our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Helping you discover what’s next in your career is what we’re all about, so let’s get to work. Apply to be Scientist, Analytical Development today!