Laboratory Technician

DCan Biosciences Inc.; Harmonville (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

DCan Biosciences is seeking a Life Sciences Laboratory Technician to join our Plymouth Meeting, PA team. The role focuses on supporting translational research in precision oncology and requires hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture, molecular biology, and immunological assays.

Responsibilities include maintaining cell cultures, performing flow cytometry, ELISA, PCR, and rigorous documentation to ensure laboratory quality and reproducibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology or a related life sciences field.
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and cell line maintenance.
• Experience performing immunological assays including immunofluorescence, flow cytometry, ELISA, and PCR.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine mammalian cell culture, including thawing, expansion, maintenance, counting, and cryopreservation.
• Conduct immunological and molecular biology assays, including immunofluorescence, flow cytometry, ELISA, and PCR.
• Prepare reagents, buffers, and laboratory materials.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.
• Assist with inventory management, equipment maintenance, and quality control; collaborate with scientists on research and product development.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Immunological assays

Molecular biology

Cell biology

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Independence

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology or related life sciences

Tools

Flow cytometry

ELISA

PCR

Job description

Life Sciences Laboratory Technician (Full-Time)

Location:Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania

Company:DCan Biosciences; www.DCanBio.com

Employment Type:Full-Time

Start Date:Immediate

About DCan Biosciences

DCan Biosciences is a precision oncology diagnostics company dedicated to advancing cancer diagnosis and treatment through innovative molecular and cellular technologies. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Life Sciences Laboratory Technician to join our growing team in Plymouth Meeting, PA. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge translational research in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Position Summary

The Laboratory Technician will support research and development activities focused on precision oncology diagnostics. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture, molecular biology, and immunological assays, with a strong commitment to laboratory quality, organization, and scientific rigor.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine mammalian cell culture, including cell thawing, expansion, passaging, maintenance, cell counting, viability assessment, cryopreservation, and sterile technique.
• Conduct immunological and molecular biology assays, including immunofluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry, ELISA, and PCR.
• Prepare reagents, buffers, and laboratory materials.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.
• Assist with laboratory organization, inventory management, equipment maintenance, and quality control. Collaborate with scientists to support research and product development.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Immunology, or a related life sciences discipline.
• Hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture and cell line maintenance.
• Experience performing immunological assays including immunofluorescence, flow cytometry, ELISA, and PCR.
• Strong laboratory organization, attention to detail, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bioinformatics
• Genomics and transcriptomics
• RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) data analysis
• Big data analysis in life sciences
• Computational biology