Senior Scientist Cell Culture

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology company in Cambridge is seeking a Cell Culture Scientist to enhance its team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with stem cell culture and a thorough understanding of cell culture workflows. You will perform collaborative tasks to generate high-quality experimental data and support customers in overcoming challenges with their experiments. This role also involves participating in laboratory operations and contributing to new product assessments. A background in assay development and molecular biology is desirable.

Qualifications

• Solid hands-on experience with stem cell culture, including maintenance and differentiation.
• Confident in aseptic technique and common cell culture workflows, including transfection.
• Experience in cell-based assay development is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality experimental data for product applications using stem cell and organoid models.
• Contribute to the assessment and optimisation of new materials and reagents.
• Work with assay development teams to design, refine, and carry out cell-based assays.
• Provide science-focused support to customers, helping them resolve cell culture-related issues.

Skills

Stem cell culture experience

Aseptic technique

Cell-based assay development

Basic molecular biology knowledge

Job description

Cell Culture Scientist

Location: Cambridge, UK

Contract: Full‑time

Role Overview

A forward‑thinking biotechnology company in Cambridge is looking to strengthen its Cell Culture team. The organisation develops high‑quality recombinant proteins and supports research across stem cell biology and regenerative medicine. This position offers the chance to contribute directly to scientific projects with real impact while supporting customers working at the cutting edge of the life sciences.

The successful candidate will bring practical experience in stem cell culture, including routine maintenance and differentiation techniques. Working within a collaborative environment, you will generate application data using internal platforms such as iPSC‑based models and organoid systems. Your work will help shape product performance claims, support new product evaluations, and ensure scientific accuracy across the product range. In addition to day‑to‑day laboratory responsibilities, you will collaborate with internal teams involved in assay development, contribute to project planning, and communicate your findings clearly to colleagues. You will also play an important role in supporting customers by helping them troubleshoot experimental challenges and ensuring they get the best results from the company's products. Participation in a rotating weekend schedule is part of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high‑quality experimental data for product applications using stem cell and organoid models.
• Contribute to the assessment and optimisation of new materials and reagents.
• Work with assay development teams to design, refine, and carry out cell‑based assays.
• Provide science‑focused support to customers, helping them resolve cell culture‑related issues.
• Follow established laboratory procedures and assist in developing new documentation as needed.

Required Skills & Experience

• Solid hands‑on experience with stem cell culture, including maintenance and differentiation.
• Confident in aseptic technique and common cell culture workflows, including transfection.
• Experience in cell‑based assay development is advantageous as is a basic molecular biology knowledge (e.g., PCR, bacterial transformation).
• Experience working with a quality management system such as ISO 9001 or ISO 13485 is beneficial.