Associate Cell Scientist

Gameto; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering biotechnology company dedicated to revolutionizing women's health. As an Associate Cell Scientist, you'll play a crucial role in developing innovative cell therapies for menopause, contributing to groundbreaking research at the intersection of biotechnology and women's health. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside world-class scientists in a dynamic environment, where your contributions will directly impact women's health globally. If you're passionate about scientific discovery and eager to make a difference, this is your chance to be part of a mission-driven team focused on advancing healthcare solutions for women.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a biology discipline required.
• 2+ years of lab research experience with mammalian cell culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and advanced cell culture techniques.
• Ensure cell quality and viability through monitoring and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals.

Skills

Cell culture techniques

Aseptic technique

Microscopy

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving attitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology

Tools

Flow cytometry

PCR

ELISA

Job description

This range is provided by Gameto. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

Job Title: Associate Cell Scientist

Location: New York City, USA

Compensation Range: $70,000 - $80,000

Join Us in Revolutionizing Women’s Ovarian Health

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Scientist to join our innovative team at Gameto. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of cell biology, biotechnology, and women's health. As part of a collaborative team, you will focus on maintaining and expanding cell cultures to support the development of a cell therapy for menopause, a revolutionary approach that aims to reshape the future of endocrine care for women.

If you are passionate about scientific discovery and thrive in a dynamic research environment, this is your chance to make an impact. You’ll apply your technical expertise in cell culture techniques and laboratory best practices to maintain high-quality cell lines while contributing to multiple areas of research and development.

About the Role

In this role, you will serve as a key contributor to a high-impact program developing cell therapies for menopause treatment. Your work will directly support our mission to advance women’s health and contribute to Gameto’s innovative platform. We are looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented individual who enjoys working in fast-paced and translational research settings, evolving with the demands of multiple concurrent projects.

Key Responsibilities

As an Associate Cell Scientist, you will support research and development activities across several exciting initiatives. Specific responsibilities include:

• Performing routine and advanced cell culture techniques, including passaging, expansion, and cryopreservation of human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSCs) and other mammalian cell lines.
• Ensuring cell quality and viability through regular monitoring, assessment, and troubleshooting of culture conditions.
• Maintaining and optimizing cell culture protocols to improve reproducibility and efficiency.
• Characterizing cell lines using flow cytometry, PCR, ELISA, and immunofluorescence to assess phenotype and functional attributes.
• Performing cell banking, mycoplasma testing, and other quality control procedures to ensure high standards in cell culture practices.
• Supporting differentiation and functional assays by preparing and maintaining high-quality cell populations.
• Recording detailed experimental data, analyzing results, and preparing reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and milestones efficiently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a biology discipline is required (fields such as cell and molecular biology, biomedical engineering, or related fields preferred).
• 2+ years of research experience in a laboratory setting, either academic or industry, with a strong emphasis on mammalian cell culture.
• Proficiency in aseptic technique, media preparation, and routine maintenance of stem cell cultures.
• Experience with microscopy, cell counting, and viability assessments.
• Knowledge of laboratory assays such as ELISAs, flow cytometry, PCR, or immunostaining is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to work collaboratively within research teams.
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on precision, efficiency, and accuracy in experimental execution.
• A proactive, problem-solving attitude, with the ability to thrive both independently and within a team in a fast-moving research environment.

How to Apply

If you are excited about advancing women’s health through cutting-edge science and want to be part of a mission-driven team, we encourage you to apply today!

Please apply on LinkedIn and with the following materials together in a single PDF document:

• A cover letter that:
• Describes how your experience aligns with our needs
• Highlights which aspects of the role in which you will excel
• Explains what interests you about Gameto and your potential start date
• Includes anything else you’d like to share with us to help us get to know you better
• CV/resume

Why Join Us?

As an Associate Scientist at Gameto, you will work alongside world-class scientists, pushing the boundaries of research in women’s health. Your work will play a pivotal role in transforming the treatment of menopause and contributing to innovations that impact women globally. You will have the opportunity to shape new frontiers in cell therapy and develop your career within a vibrant and mission-driven organization.

About Gameto

Gameto is a pioneering biotechnology company in women’s health, co-founded by Dina Radenkovic, a physician-turned-entrepreneur, and Martin Varsavsky, a leader in fertility innovation and founder of the Prelude Network.

With our groundbreaking cell engineering platform —developed through a collaboration with Harvard University’s Wyss Institute and Professor George Church’s lab at Harvard Medical School —we aim to create treatments for menopause and infertility affecting the female reproductive system. Our scientific approach surpasses traditional therapeutic modalities and sets a new gold standard for research and development in the field.

Backed by $73 million raised in Series A and B funding from Insight Partners, Future Ventures, RA Capital, Two Sigma Ventures, Lux Capital, and others, Gameto is committed to transforming women's healthcare through bold innovation.

Our Values and Commitment to Diversity

At Gameto, we value kindness, collaboration, authenticity, and diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology