Organoid Development Scientist II

BuzzClan; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BuzzClan in Temecula, CA is seeking an Organoid Development Scientist II to support the Cell Biology R&D team in developing and commercializing organoid products. You will execute NPI projects involving organoid culture, expansion, characterization, cryopreservation, and quality assessment within a ~12-person team.

The role requires hands-on lab skills, problem solving, and strong collaboration across R&D, manufacturing, and product management to drive product commercialization.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Cell Biology or a related field.
• 3–6+ years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Experience with organoids, stem cells, primary cells, or 3D cell culture systems.
• Hands-on experience with cryopreservation, biobanking, cell-based assays, microscopy, or molecular characterization.
• Ability to independently execute complex cell culture projects and troubleshoot biological systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Flexibility to work early, late, or occasional weekends based on project requirements.

Responsibilities

• Culture, expand, passage, and cryopreserve human organoid lines.
• Execute organoid NPI projects from tissue receipt through product launch readiness.
• Perform organoid characterization, quality control, and functional testing.
• Develop and optimize organoid culture workflows, media, and processes.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and prepare technical documentation.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and product management teams to support product commercialization.
• Troubleshoot experiments and contribute to process improvements, increased throughput, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Project management

Communication

Organization

Education

BS/MS in Cell Biology or related field

Tools

Cryopreservation

Biobanking

Microscopy

Molecular characterization

Job description

BuzzClan in Temecula, CA is seeking an Organoid Development Scientist II to support the Cell Biology R&D team in developing and commercializing organoid products. You will execute NPI projects involving organoid culture, expansion, characterization, cryopreservation, and quality assessment within a ~12-person team.

The role requires hands-on lab skills, problem solving, and strong collaboration across R&D, manufacturing, and product management to drive product commercialization.