Imaging Scientist: Cell Biology & Assay Development Contract

Planet Pharma; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma seeks a contract Scientist to collaborate on an R&D imaging team in South San Francisco. The role focuses on mammalian cell culture, imaging-based assays, and quantitative analysis to support multiple therapeutic programs. Training on Opera Phenix and related workflows will be provided.

The candidate should thrive at the bench, troubleshoot assays, and develop deeper expertise in imaging and image analysis. Prior microscopy and data analysis experience are valued.

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in cell biology or related field with relevant lab experience.
• Strong hands-on mammalian cell culture and cell-based assays.
• Experience with fluorescence microscopy and quantitative image analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging-based assays and contribute to quantitative cellular analyses.
• Troubleshoot and optimize imaging workflows at the bench.
• Collaborate with R&D teams on imaging projects and data interpretation.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Cell-based assays

Fluorescence microscopy

Image analysis

High-content imaging

Opera Phenix

Image analysis tools

Python

R

MATLAB

Education

BS / MS / Ph.D. in cell biology or related field

Tools

Fiji/ImageJ

Imaris

CellProfiler

Harmony

Job description

Planet Pharma seeks a contract Scientist to collaborate on an R&D imaging team in South San Francisco. The role focuses on mammalian cell culture, imaging-based assays, and quantitative analysis to support multiple therapeutic programs. Training on Opera Phenix and related workflows will be provided.

The candidate should thrive at the bench, troubleshoot assays, and develop deeper expertise in imaging and image analysis. Prior microscopy and data analysis experience are valued.