AGC Biologics Career | Exciting Life Science Jobs in Bothell
Are you looking for exciting life science jobs that make a real impact in biotechnology and healthcare? Join AGC Biologics Career as a Process Development Associate II/III in Bothell, WA, and take part in developing breakthrough biopharmaceuticals. This full-time molecular biology job offers hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture and process development while contributing to therapies that change lives. At AGC Biologics, youโll work alongside innovative scientists and be part of a global team dedicated to improving patient health worldwide.
About the Company
AGC Biologics is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) headquartered in Seattle, WA. The company delivers world-class development and manufacturing services for therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells. With facilities across the U.S., Europe, and Asia and more than 2,500 employees, AGC Biologics partners with clients to accelerate the delivery of life-changing treatments. Learn more and explore openย life science jobs on the website.ย
Job Details
- Job Title: Process Development Associate II/III
- Location: Bothell, Washington, USA
- End Date: November 19, 2025 (20 days left to apply)
- Job Requisition ID: JR102505
- Compensation Range: $66,960.00 – $115,390.00
About the Role
The Process Development Associate II/III supports the Cell Line and Upstream Process Development (CLD/UPD) team in advancing mammalian cell culture processes for therapeutic recombinant protein production. This opportunity is ideal for candidates pursuing a molecular biology job or a rewarding life science career in biotechnology. You will perform hands-on work with shake flasks and bioreactorsโhandling inoculations, sampling, feeding, harvesting, and analysisโto refine biologics manufacturing techniques. This position provides an excellent opportunity to strengthen your technical expertise while contributing to a collaborative, innovative, and science-driven team.
Qualifications
- B.S. degree in life sciences or engineering with 2โ6 years of relevant experience (or equivalent).
- Experience with molecular cloning, plasmid purification, and mammalian cell line development preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in mammalian cell culture and bioreactor operations (training provided for strong candidates).
- Strong mechanical aptitude and confidence using analytical equipment and computer-based systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to solve problems and troubleshoot effectively.
- Flexible, collaborative, and able to work independently or in a team setting.
- Willingness to support occasional evening or weekend work.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and perform laboratory work requiring good manual dexterity.
- Dependable, detail-oriented, organized, and eager to learn new techniques.
Responsibilities
- Maintain laboratory operations, including cleaning, autoclaving, stocking supplies, and performing basic equipment maintenance.
- Support bench-scale bioreactor and shake flask experiments using aseptic techniques.
- Sample and monitor shake flasks and bioreactors using cell counting and analytical equipment.
- Record data accurately in laboratory notebooks and batch records.
- Perform core CLD operations such as molecular cloning, DNA purification, transfection, cell passaging, imaging, monoclonality determination, thawing, cryopreservation, and fed-batch production.
- Support titer analysis using Octet or similar systems as needed.
- Understand and apply laboratory methodologies while recognizing their limitations and applications.
- Collaborate with team members to design, execute, and analyze experiments.
- Identify and troubleshoot technical issues with support from leads or supervisors.
- Present experimental data at internal meetings.
- Draft protocols and contribute to technical reports.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives within the CLD/UPD laboratories.
