Organoid Development Scientist II — Lab-Driven Innovation

Trident Consulting; Temecula (CA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident Consulting is seeking an Organoid Development Scientist II to join its Cell Biology R&D team in Temecula, CA. The role supports development and commercialization of organoid products, including culture, expansion, characterization, cryopreservation, and quality assessment.

This is a 90% laboratory-based position with hands-on scientific work and collaboration with a team of approx. 12 scientists.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Cell Biology or a related biological science.
• 3–6+ years of relevant scientific experience.
• Hands-on experience with organoids, stem cells, primary cells, or 3D cell culture.
• Experience with cryopreservation and cell banking.
• Experience with cell-based assays and microscopy.
• Molecular characterization and quality control experience.
• Ability to independently execute complex cell culture projects.
• Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Culture, expand, passage, and cryopreserve human organoid lines.
• Execute organoid NPI projects from tissue receipt through launch readiness.
• Perform organoid characterization, quality control, and functional testing.
• Support development and optimization of organoid workflows and media.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and prepare technical documentation.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and product-management partners to support product launches.
• Contribute to continuous-improvement activities that increase throughput and operational efficiency.

Skills

Organoid culture

3-6+ years experience

Cell biology techniques

Microscopy

Documentation & troubleshooting

Education

BS in Cell Biology

MS in Cell Biology

Tools

Cryopreservation techniques

Cell banking

Organoid handling

Job description

Trident Consulting is seeking an Organoid Development Scientist II to join its Cell Biology R&D team in Temecula, CA. The role supports development and commercialization of organoid products, including culture, expansion, characterization, cryopreservation, and quality assessment.

This is a 90% laboratory-based position with hands-on scientific work and collaboration with a team of approx. 12 scientists.