Scientist, Clinical Research, Medical Technologist & Lab Technician

Hours are 8am-5pm - Flexibility is needed as occasional weekend and evening hours will be required.

Perform aseptic techniques for culturing iPSCs, ESCs, and CHO cell lines.

The successful candidate will join the CMC Bio-DS Cell Culture team at clients Berkeley site, contributing to cutting-edge cell therapy development. The primary focus will be on projects involving embryonic stem cells (ESCs) and induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs).

The candidate will also be involved in some general mammalian cell culture tasks including media/solution prep and mammalian cell culture using bioreactors.

List the primary job duties and responsibilities using headings and then give examples of the types of activities under each heading.

• Collaborate with a team of scientists
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to follow verbal and written procedures.
• Perform aseptic techniques for culturing iPSCs, ESCs, and CHO cell lines.
• Execute cell thawing, passaging, and harvesting for both cell therapy and mAb production projects.
• Conduct basic analytical tasks, including cell counts and monitoring metabolites and gases during passages.
• Set up bioreactors, perform inoculation, and conduct daily sampling.
• Make necessary adjustments such as feeding and probe calibration.
• Media and Solution Preparation
• Prepare media, feeds, and solutions required for bioreactor cultures.
• Accurately record and transfer experimental data into appropriate databases.
• Perform daily and monthly lab maintenance activities, including cleaning biological safety cabinets (BSCs) and incubators.
• Conduct daily equipment calibrations to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
• Availability for weekend and off-hours work as required.

• Candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related field
• Higher degree optional

• Proficient in basic aseptic techniques and fundamental laboratory skills (e.g., accurate pipetting).
• Experienced in mammalian cell culture, including work under a laminar flow hood and familiarity with analytical methods related to cell culture.
• Skilled in preparing solutions and media for mammalian cell culture processes.
• Strong communication skills and proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Previous work experience with ESC/iPSC cell culture

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Recruiter Details:

Name:
Nikhil Raj