Lead Scientist, iPSC & Organoid Models Lab

BioSpace; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 103,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. in Frederick, MD seeks a Scientist II in the Stem Cell Lab (IPSC) to lead development of iPSC-based models and organoids for the SOM Center.

You will optimize differentiation protocols, analyze multi-omics data, and collaborate with NIH/SOM teams to advance regenerative medicine objectives. The role requires a PhD with postdoctoral experience, strong cellular biology skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining rigorous biosafety and

Qualifications

• PhD from an accredited college/university.
• Minimum of two years of postdoctoral or equivalent experience.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Expertise in mammalian cell culture, aseptic technique, and molecular and cellular biology.
• Experience designing, troubleshooting, and optimizing complex experiments.
• Experience with experimental design, statistics, data interpretation, and scientific communication.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including manuscripts and reports.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, lead, and execute independent research on iPSC-based models and organoids for the SOM Initiative.
• Develop and optimize differentiation protocols, assays, and QC for scalable models.
• Design experiments, analyze complex data, and integrate multi-modal data to advance goals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary investigators and support collaborative research.
• Contribute to grant applications, technical reports, and manuscripts.
• Mentor research staff and foster a collaborative lab environment.
• May supervise junior level staff and assist with lab management and biosafety compliance.
• Stay current with advances in stem cell biology and organoid technologies.

Skills

PhD

Postdoctoral experience

Mammalian cell culture

Aseptic technique

Molecular biology

Experimental design

Statistical analysis

Scientific communication

Project management

Security clearance eligibility

Education

PhD from accredited university

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. in Frederick, MD seeks a Scientist II in the Stem Cell Lab (IPSC) to lead development of iPSC-based models and organoids for the SOM Center.

You will optimize differentiation protocols, analyze multi-omics data, and collaborate with NIH/SOM teams to advance regenerative medicine objectives. The role requires a PhD with postdoctoral experience, strong cellular biology skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining rigorous biosafety and