Research Associate II, Cell Culture

Overview

EnquBio, a dynamic, technology-driven discovery and service company, is actively searching for a motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate, Cell Culture to join our research team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Research Associate with strong hands-on mammalian cell culture experience who enjoys taking ownership of cell health, quality, and consistency while supporting innovative research.

The Research Associate will be responsible for the culture, maintenance, expansion, isolation, cryopreservation, and banking of mammalian cells using rigorous aseptic technique. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with scientists and research staff to ensure reliable, high-quality cells are available to support experimental studies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mammalian cell cultures, including thawing, seeding, passaging, expansion, harvesting, cell counting, and cryopreservation.
• Support the isolation and culture of primary mammalian cells from biological samples.
• Monitor cell morphology, viability, confluency, growth characteristics, and overall culture health.
• Maintain cell banks and accurate inventories, including passage history, cryopreservation records, and storage locations.
• Apply rigorous aseptic technique and contamination-control practices throughout all cell culture activities.
• Perform or coordinate routine mycoplasma testing and promptly address potential contamination concerns.
• Prepare cells, media, reagents, and related materials to support research studies and cell-based assays.
• Maintain accurate and timely experimental records and follow established protocols and SOPs.
• Assist with troubleshooting, protocol optimization, and continuous improvement of cell culture workflows.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and well-stocked cell culture laboratory.
• Collaborate closely with scientists and other team members to coordinate cell culture activities with experimental needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 2–4 years of relevant hands-on laboratory experience, preferably in a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or biomedical research environment.
• Demonstrated experience with mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique, including thawing, passaging, counting, expansion, harvesting, and cryopreservation.
• Understanding of cell culture contamination prevention and good laboratory practices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate laboratory records.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple cell culture workflows simultaneously.
• Ability to perform routine activities independently and troubleshoot problems with guidance as needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative research team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cell banking and cryogenic sample inventory management.
• Familiarity with mycoplasma testing and cell line authentication.
• Experience with automated cell counting and viability assessment.
• Experience working under established SOPs or in a quality-focused research environment.
• Experience contributing to cell culture protocol optimization or troubleshooting.

Compensation

$26–$29 per hour

At EnquBio, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusivity. As an equal opportunity employer, we extend fair employment opportunities to all individuals, irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or other legally protected status.

Come join us in shaping the future of biotechnology through our commitment to operational excellence and innovation.