Mammalian Cell Line Development Scientist

SGS Consulting; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting is seeking a hands-on scientist in Sacramento, CA, to drive mammalian cell culture production and related biotech workflows. The role emphasizes practical experience with small-scale to benchtop bioreactor processes and strong collaboration across functions.

The ideal candidate will have experience in molecular biology techniques, cell line engineering, and laboratory automation. Experience with viral vectors is a plus, and teamwork is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree with 3-6 years of relevant life sciences experience.
• M.S. degree with 2-5 years of relevant scientific/technical experience preferred.
• Experience in cell culture including materials, instruments and technologies is essential.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on mammalian cell culture across small-scale to benchtop bioreactor scales.
• Characterization of engineered cell lines, stability studies, subcloning and expression screening.
• Molecular biology techniques such as plasmid design, cloning, SDS-PAGE, Western blotting, and qPCR.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Molecular biology

Lab automation

ELN experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

B.S. degree with 3-6 years experience

M.S. degree with 2-5 years experience

Tools

SDS-PAGE

Western blot

qPCR

ELN software

Job description

SGS Consulting is seeking a hands-on scientist in Sacramento, CA, to drive mammalian cell culture production and related biotech workflows. The role emphasizes practical experience with small-scale to benchtop bioreactor processes and strong collaboration across functions.

The ideal candidate will have experience in molecular biology techniques, cell line engineering, and laboratory automation. Experience with viral vectors is a plus, and teamwork is essential for success in this role.