Cell Analytics Scientist for Process Tech & Standards

National Institute of Standards and Technology; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Material Measurement Laboratory at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks qualified researchers to advance process analytical technologies for cell-based manufacturing and assays. The role involves contributing to international standardization efforts and developing reference strategies to improve reproducibility in cell culture work.

You will join a multidisciplinary Biomaterials Group, conduct mammalian cell culture, design experiments, analyze data, and present

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in a biomedical field.
• 3+ years of mammalian cell culture experience, incl. adherent cells.
• 3+ years of mammalian cell health assays (viability, apoptosis, DNA damage).
• 3+ years of experience in mass spectrometry with cell-based metabolomics.
• 3+ years of cytometry (image-based or flow-based).

Responsibilities

• Conduct mammalian cell culture.
• Design and execute cell characterization experiments and data analyses.
• Document protocols and results.
• Present findings at meetings and conferences and prepare manuscripts.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Mass spectrometry

Cytometry

Data analysis workflows

Statistical analysis

Scientific writing

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in biomedical engineering, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related field

Tools

Mass spectrometry instruments

Job description

The Material Measurement Laboratory at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) seeks qualified researchers to advance process analytical technologies for cell-based manufacturing and assays. The role involves contributing to international standardization efforts and developing reference strategies to improve reproducibility in cell culture work.

You will join a multidisciplinary Biomaterials Group, conduct mammalian cell culture, design experiments, analyze data, and present