Scientist​/Senior Scientist – In-Vitro Drug Discovery & 3D Cell Culture

An international chemical company with a strong global footprint is expanding advanced life-science and biomedical innovation initiatives in the United States. As part of its New Business Incubation Center, the organization is investing in next-generation drug discovery and in-vitro toxicology platforms, partnering with pharmaceutical, biotech, and academic institutions.

This role sits at the intersection of scientific execution, application development, and customer technical engagement, supporting cutting-edge 3D cell culture and in-vitro systems.

• Design and execute in-vitro drug discovery and toxicology assays
• Conduct spheroid and organoid research using advanced 3D culture platforms
• Culture and maintain primary cells, iPSC-derived cells, and established cell lines in both 2D and 3D formats
• Analyze experimental data and deliver clear scientific interpretation and reports

• Provide hands‑on technical support to customers using in‑vitro platforms
• Troubleshoot assay performance, imaging, and culture challenges
• Deliver product training, demonstrations, and protocol optimization
• Serve as a scientific advisor to pharmaceutical, biotech, and research partners
• Partner with internal R&D, product development, and commercial teams
• Develop application notes, protocols, and technical documentation
• Support beta testing and early‑stage product evaluations
• Collaborate with academic laboratories, CROs, and industry partners

• Stakeholder and customer relationship management
• Innovative thinking and technology adoption
• Operational project leadership
• Cross‑functional collaboration and organizational awareness

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related life‑science field
• 5–7+ years of experience in in‑vitro drug discovery, toxicology, or translational research
• Strong expertise in 3D cell culture systems (spheroids and/or organoids)
• Hands‑on experience with cell‑based assays, drug screening, and data analysis

• Experimental troubleshooting and assay optimization
• Scientific data interpretation and reporting
• Ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences

• Experience with iPSC‑derived models or primary human cells
• Familiarity with high‑content imaging or fluorescence microscopy
• Background in toxicology, ADME, or safety pharmacology
• Experience in applications scientist or field scientist roles
• Knowledge of organ‑on‑chip or microphysiological systems (MPS)

• Reports to Senior Vice President, New Business Incubation
• Business travel and occasional extended hours may be required
• English communication required (written and verbal)