Cell Culture Biologist
TR/080985
Posted: 12/02/2026
- Competitive
- United States, Massachusetts, Worcester
- Contract
Orion Group Sciences are seeking a Cell Culture Biologist on behalf of our multinational biotechnology company based in Worcester, Massachusetts.
The role is released on an initial 12-month contract basis.
Shift available: Tuesday to Saturday 9am – 5.30pm
Description Details
This position is in the Cell Culture Group of the Science and Technology Biologics Development and Launch (BDL) department. The cell culture group is responsible for the development, scale-up, and transfer of cell culture manufacturing processes for the production of biologics in pre-clinical and clinical stages to enable the development of a robust pipeline. The candidate will be involved with all aspects of laboratory operations to support cell culture process development at bench scale. Under the supervision of a scientist, the candidate’s responsibilities will include:
Bioreactor Support Activities:
• Support for 100+ 3 L bioreactor systems
• Setup, calibration, troubleshooting and breakdown/decontamination
• Track & and perform required maintenance
• Perform routine sampling of ongoing cultures
Media Preparation Activities:
• Prepare stock solutions and media preps of cell culture media
• Filter sterilize and aliquot solutions aseptically
General Lab Support Activities:
• Inventory, order, receive, and stock appropriate levels of raw materials and lab consumables
• Perform daily lab equipment calibration/verification checks– including pH meters, cell counters and biochemical analyzers
• Perform routine lab equipment/glassware cleaning and maintenance activities
• Data acquisition in paper and electronic systems
Weekend Support Activities:
• Independently execute weekend requests for sampling and feeding of ongoing cultures
• Communicate issues to experiment owners and work to resolve issues
Experience Details
Associate’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, or related field preferred + Experience in a laboratory preferred
People are our business worldwide
Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.
The role is released on an initial 12-month contract basis.
Shift available: Tuesday to Saturday 9am – 5.30pm
Description Details
This position is in the Cell Culture Group of the Science and Technology Biologics Development and Launch (BDL) department. The cell culture group is responsible for the development, scale-up, and transfer of cell culture manufacturing processes for the production of biologics in pre-clinical and clinical stages to enable the development of a robust pipeline. The candidate will be involved with all aspects of laboratory operations to support cell culture process development at bench scale. Under the supervision of a scientist, the candidate’s responsibilities will include:
Bioreactor Support Activities:
• Support for 100+ 3 L bioreactor systems
• Setup, calibration, troubleshooting and breakdown/decontamination
• Track & and perform required maintenance
• Perform routine sampling of ongoing cultures
Media Preparation Activities:
• Prepare stock solutions and media preps of cell culture media
• Filter sterilize and aliquot solutions aseptically
General Lab Support Activities:
• Inventory, order, receive, and stock appropriate levels of raw materials and lab consumables
• Perform daily lab equipment calibration/verification checks– including pH meters, cell counters and biochemical analyzers
• Perform routine lab equipment/glassware cleaning and maintenance activities
• Data acquisition in paper and electronic systems
Weekend Support Activities:
• Independently execute weekend requests for sampling and feeding of ongoing cultures
• Communicate issues to experiment owners and work to resolve issues
Experience Details
Associate’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, or related field preferred + Experience in a laboratory preferred
People are our business worldwide
Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.
David Walsh
Recruitment Business Manager
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