Scientist - Bioassays

Exogenus Therapeutics; Cantanhede; Hybrid; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal allowance

Flexible/Hybrid work arrangements

Professional development and training

Collaborative team environment

Team activities

Job summary

Exogenus Therapeutics in Cantanhede, Portugal, seeks a Scientist with hands-on bioassay experience to join our R&D team. You will develop and run cell-based bioassays, design experiments and document results with traceable records.

This role offers flexibility for suitable non-laboratory tasks and remote work for such activities, with a focus on cross-disciplinary collaboration and high-quality documentation. English is mandatory; Portuguese is highly recommended.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or MSc with significant lab experience relevant to cell biology and bioassays.
• Hands-on experience with cell-based in vitro assays and secretome or extracellular vesicle work is desirable.
• Excellent record-keeping and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimise and implement cell-based and biomolecular in vitro bioassays and workflows.
• Plan and carry out experiments, analyse data and support evidence-based decisions.
• Perform routine lab testing per approved protocols and quality requirements.
• Produce clear experimental records, reports and presentations.
• Contribute to assay transfer and quality-control activities in GMP-aligned or QMS environments.
• Support lab operations including consumables planning and purchasing.
• Review literature and share relevant developments with the team.
• Communicate progress and risks in meetings and written updates.
• Contribute to a collaborative and safety-conscious working environment.

Skills

PhD preferred

Bioassay development

Cell culture

Flow cytometry

qPCR/dPCR

Data interpretation

English communication

Education

PhD in Cell Biology / Molecular Biology / Biochemistry

MSc with 5+ years experience

Tools

GMP/QMS knowledge

Job description

Cantanhede, Portugal | Laboratory-based role with flexibility for suitable non-laboratory tasks

About Exogenus Therapeutics

Exogenus Therapeutics is a biotechnology company developing multifactorial, disease-modifying biologics for regenerative medicine. Our lead programme, Exo-101, is an extracellular-vesicle-enriched secretome in development for knee osteoarthritis. We are also exploring applications in cisplatin-induced hearing loss and other regenerative medicine indications. We combine scientific rigour, collaboration and responsible innovation to advance new therapies for patients.

About the role

We are looking for a Scientist with hands‑on experience in cell-based bioassays to join our R&D team in Cantanhede. You will develop and run bioassays, contribute to experimental design and data interpretation, and support the introduction of robust workflows for research and quality‑control applications. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys practical laboratory work, careful documentation and collaboration across scientific disciplines.

What you will do

• Develop, optimise and implement cell-based and biomolecular in vitro bioassays and associated workflows.
• Plan and carry out experiments, analyse data and contribute to evidence-based technical decisions.
• Perform routine laboratory testing in accordance with approved protocols and quality requirements.
• Produce clear, accurate and traceable experimental records, reports and presentations.
• Contribute to assay transfer and quality‑control activities in GMP-aligned or QMS environments.
• Support laboratory operations, including consumables planning, inventory and purchasing.
• Review relevant scientific literature and share useful developments with the team.
• Communicate progress, results, risks and next steps in team meetings and written updates.
• Contribute to a respectful, collaborative and safety-conscious working environment.

Essential experience and skills

• Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry), or MSc with at least 5 years of experience.
• Experience with secretome research, extracellular vesicles or other nanoparticle modalities.
• Hands‑on experience developing, optimising or implementing cell-based in vitro assays.
• Practical experience in cell and molecular biology techniques. Relevant examples may include primary cell culture, flow cytometry, qPCR, dPCR and Western blotting.
• Ability to design experiments, interpret data and communicate conclusions clearly.
• Consistent and accurate scientific documentation practices.
• Ability to organise work across changing priorities and different projects, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
• Professional working proficiency and good communications skills in English (mandatory) and Portuguese (highly recommended).
• Experience working within a Quality Management System or supporting GMP-aligned development, production or product‑release activities.
• Knowledge of CMC or bioassay requirements for biologic medicinal products.

What we offer

• Work with a multidisciplinary team developing extracellular vesicle-enriched secretome technologies.
• Annual gross salary within the range of €30,000-€40,000, depending on the candidate's relevant experience and qualifications, plus meal allowance.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work for suitable non-laboratory activities where operationally feasible.
• Professional development through internal learning, workshops, conferences and relevant training.
• An open, respectful working environment where people are encouraged to contribute ideas and different perspectives.
• Informal team activities and opportunities to connect across the company.

Inclusion and accessibility

At Exogenus Therapeutics, we are not just a team, we are a family that values innovation, collaboration, and the drive to revolutionize healthcare. Our culture thrives on teamwork, mutual respect, and a shared passion for making a significant impact in the EV field. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to supporting their professional and personal growth. Exogenus Therapeutics is committed to creating equal opportunities and an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

Application deadline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until 30 October 2026