Job Description

Scientist 1 – Cell Line Development Operations (Entry Level)

Kelly® at Johnson & Johnson

[Location] | $37/hr | 1-Year Contract | Full-Time

Are you passionate about ensuring operational excellence in the lab and eager to grow your career in cell and molecular biology? Kelly®, in partnership with Johnson & Johnson, is hiring for the Innovative Medicine Cell Line Development team at Janssen R&D!

What You’ll Do:

• CapEx Management : Oversee lab equipment lifecycle—from wishlist to purchase, install, and track in Maximo. Handle service contracts and maintenance, and keep budgets on target.
• Lab Services & Operations : Manage lab consumables and inventory, coordinate calibrations and cleanouts, and represent the lab in meetings.
• Vendor & Scientific Support : Escalate and resolve lab issues, coordinate work orders, and support equipment demos, environmental monitoring, and safety training.
• IT & Lab Systems : Partner with IT for equipment integration, data integrity, automation engineering, and system connectivity (Empower, ELN).
• Media-Buffer Lab Support : Manage Compose & Capture lot tracking, buffer/media ordering, and vendor coordination.
• Project/Facilities Oversight : Support major business/facility projects, and coordinate equipment installations, moves, and certifications.
• Collaborate : Work closely with teams internal and external

What You Bring:

Required :

• Bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or related field
• Experience with aseptic technique
• Great communicator, highly organized, strong attention to detail

Preferred :

• Hands-on with mammalian cell culture
• Familiarity with Maximo or similar asset databases
• Experience in lab operations or project management

Bonus :

• Eager to learn and take on new technical systems
• Comfortable supporting diverse lab, IT, and facilities initiatives

Ready to launch your science career with a world-class organization? Apply today and join Kelly® at Johnson & Johnson—where your growth starts here!

Company Culture At Kelly® and Johnson & Johnson, you’ll find a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment. The team values professionalism, initiative, and mutual respect. You’ll be encouraged to grow your skills, support meaningful projects, and make a real difference in the lives of others. If you thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional setting—and are ready to anticipate needs and drive results—you’ll fit right in!

Ready to discover what’s next? Apply today and let Kelly® connect you to your future!

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