Lead High-Throughput Screening Scientist – In Vitro Research

Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

Morrisville (NC)

On-site

USD 108,000 - 149,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Job summary

UL Research Institutes in Morrisville, NC seeks a Lead Laboratory High-Throughput Screening Research Scientist I to develop and apply high-throughput in vitro assays for chemical toxicity assessment. You will lead workflows, manage data, and collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality scientific outputs.

The role requires advanced expertise in assay technologies, cell culture, and laboratory automation, with opportunities to mentor colleagues and publish findings in peer-reviewed forums.

Qualifications

  • Advanced technical knowledge in cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, and related disciplines.
  • Expert in in vitro assay development, high-throughput screening, and lab automation.
  • Experience with data management and collaboration across teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development of high-throughput in vitro assays for toxicity endpoints.
  • Oversee automation and information management for screening studies.
  • Collaborate with internal/external partners to analyze results and publish datasets.
  • Communicate findings to scientists, regulators, and stakeholders.
  • Mentor team members and support related projects in the lab.
  • Stay current with assay technologies and workflows; present findings at conferences.
  • Author technical reports and peer-reviewed publications; assist in proposals.

Skills

High-throughput screening
In vitro assay development
Cell culture
Laboratory automation
Data analysis

Education

Ph.D. in related scientific discipline
Master’s in related scientific discipline
Bachelor’s in related discipline + 12+ years experience

Tools

Automated liquid-handling
High-content imaging
LIMS
Data management software

Job description

UL Research Institutes in Morrisville, NC seeks a Lead Laboratory High-Throughput Screening Research Scientist I to develop and apply high-throughput in vitro assays for chemical toxicity assessment. You will lead workflows, manage data, and collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality scientific outputs.

The role requires advanced expertise in assay technologies, cell culture, and laboratory automation, with opportunities to mentor colleagues and publish findings in peer-reviewed forums.

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