Associate Scientist

Date: Apr 21, 2026

Location:

West Chester, United States, Pennsylvania, 00000

Company: Teva Pharmaceuticals

Job Id: 67354

We Are Teva

We’re Teva, a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. Whether it’s innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology or delivering high-quality medicine worldwide, we’re dedicated to addressing patients’ needs now and in the future. Here, you will be part of a high-performing, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and collaboration. You'll have the room to grow, the flexibility to balance life with work, and the opportunity to better health worldwide, together.

Our Team, Your Impact

The Cell Culture Process Development group within Biologics CMC is responsible for end-to-end upstream drug substance development across the biologics portfolio, supporting molecules from early development through commercialization and lifecycle management.

We are seeking an Associate Scientist to join our Cell Culture Process Development group within Drug Substance Development, Biologics CMC in West Chester, PA. This is a hands-on, lab-based role ideal for a motivated candidate with a strong foundation in mammalian cell culture and a passion for innovation in monoclonal antibody (mAb) production.

You will play a key role in independently designing and executing experiments that drive process understanding, optimization, and scale-up from early-stage development through commercial launch and life-cycle management. This position offers significant opportunities for technical growth, cross-functional collaboration, and career advancement within Teva’s global R&D network.

How You’ll Spend Your Day

Independently design and execute mammalian cell culture experiments with strong scientific rationale.
Develop and optimize media and feed strategies to enhance cell growth and productivity.
Operate and scale processes using bioreactors (ambr 250, 3L, 50L, 200L).
Act as Subject Matter Expert on operation of high throughput automated bioreactor systems (ie ambr250)
Utilize statistical modeling and automation tools to drive data-driven decisions.
Collaborate in a matrixed environment with cell line development, downstream, analytical, and manufacturing teams.
Author technical reports and contribute to regulatory submissions (IND/BLA).
Ensure timely execution, troubleshooting, and effective communication across project teams.

Your Skills and Experience

B.S. in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Cell Biology, or related field with 5+, or M.S. with same fields with 4+ years of relevant industry experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture, media/feed development, and bioreactor operations.
Experience with automated or high-throughput bioreactor systems (e.g., ambr250).
Familiarity with statistical tools (e.g., DoE, JMP), data digitization, and automation platforms.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and technical writing skills.
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced, and innovative environment.
Knowledge of cGMP principles and exposure to late-stage development is a plus.

How We’ll Take Care of You

At Teva, better health starts from within, and that includes you. From day one, you’ll be supported with benefits designed to help you thrive in and out of work. This includes generous annual leave, reward plans, flexible working schedules (dependent on role), access to tailored health support, and meaningful ways to give back to the community.  When it comes to your career, you’ll be encouraged to explore, evolve, and shape your path. Twist, our one-stop shop for career development platform, gives you access to a wide range of possibilities, from learning programs and short-term projects to opportunities for internal growth. Here, you’ll be part of a culture that empowers you to reach your goals and prioritize your wellbeing every step of the way. 

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

•Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage starting on the first day of employment, providing the employee enrolls.

•Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match, up to 6% and an annual 3.75% Defined Contribution to the 401k plan.

•Time Off: Paid Time Off including vacation, sick/safe time, caretaker time, and holiday.

• Life and Disability Protection: Company paid Life and Disability insurance.

• Additional benefits include, but are not limited to, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Life Style Spending Account, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, if eligible , Family Building Benefits, Virtual Physical Therapy, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurances, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Plan, Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability and more.

The total compensation may also include restricted stock units and discretionary awards, depending on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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