Scientist, Biological Sciences

CHEManager International; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 247,000; Full time

Job summary

Altos Labs in San Diego, CA seeks highly motivated scientists to join our mission of cellular rejuvenation. You will engage in ground-breaking science, manage collaborations, study mechanisms of cell programming, mentor graduate students, and contribute to writing and dissemination of results.

The role demands a PhD with a record of impactful publications, strong writing, collaboration, and the ability to work in a dynamic team. Competitive compensation reflects expertise and location.

Qualifications

• PhD with a record of impactful publications.
• Advanced proficiency with Google apps, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent professional writing skills for diverse audiences.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to research and innovate.
• Ability to collaborate with staff, lab members and external partners.
• Demonstrated high productivity and timely delivery.
• Organize work, set priorities and maintain attention to detail.
• Able to thrive in a dynamic, team-based environment.
• Strengths in dealing with ambiguity.

Responsibilities

• Engage in ground-breaking and innovative science.
• Support and manage internal/external collaborations in multidisciplinary projects.
• Study the mechanistic basis of cell programming for health and rejuvenation.
• Mentor graduate students.
• Develop project-specific experimental strategies and procedures.
• Help PI train lab members, including scientists and technicians.
• Contribute to writing and dissemination of research results.
• Carry out research projects in collaboration with the PI.

Skills

PhD

Google apps

Excel

PowerPoint

Professional writing

Problem solving

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

PhD

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Our Mission

Our mission is to restore cell health and resilience through cell rejuvenation to reverse disease, injury, and the disabilities that can occur throughout life. For more information, see our website at altoslabs.com.

Our Value

Our Single Altos Value: Everyone Owns Achieving Our Inspiring Mission.

Diversity at Altos

Altos Labs has been named one of the Top 3 Biotech Companies and ranked for the second year on the Forbes 2026 Best Startups in America list. At Altos, exceptional scientists and industry leaders from around the world work together to advance a shared mission. Our intentional focus is on Belonging, so that all employees know that they are valued for their unique perspectives. We are all accountable for sustaining a diverse and inclusive environment.

What You Will Contribute To Altos

An exciting opportunity is available to join Altos Labs. We are seeking highly motivated, creative, and collaborative individuals who are passionate and dedicated about using their expertise to make impactful contributions for unraveling the deep biology of cellular rejuvenation programming to restore cell health and resilience, including basic science, pre-clinical, and clinical-stage programs.

Responsibilities

• Engage in ground-breaking and innovative science.
• Support and manage internal/external collaborations in one or more multidisciplinary projects to accelerate essential research activities.
• Study the mechanistic basis of cell programming for health and rejuvenation.
• Responsible for mentoring graduate students.
• Responsible for developing project-specific experimental strategies, techniques, and procedures.
• Responsible for helping PI train lab members, including scientists and technicians.
• Contribute to writing and dissemination of research results.
• Carry out research projects in collaboration with the PI.

Requirements

• PhD and a documented record of professional achievement in the form of impactful publications.
• Excellent computer skills, including advanced proficiency with Google apps, Excel, and Powerpoint graphic skills to produce documents and manage office projects.
• Excellent professional writing skills and the ability to attune through writing and presentations to a variety of audiences including senior executives through entry-level employees.
• Problem-solving skills sufficient to identify issues, conduct research, and develop innovative solutions.
• Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with a broad range of people, including staff colleagues, lab members, faculty, outside agencies and collaborators, and the community.
• Demonstrated high productivity and ability to complete work in a timely manner.
• Ability to organize work and set priorities.
• Ability to focus on details to produce accurate, quality work driven by deadlines.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and with others in a team.
• Strengths in dealing with ambiguity.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates with strong training in the following fields are preferred:
  • Epigenetics and Epigenetic modifications
  • Metabolism, including metabolome and adipose tissue/skeletal muscle/liver metabolism
  • Stem cell biology, prior experience with animal models is a plus
  • Single cell analysis of animal tissues
  • Screen platforms, including small molecules, CRISPR/Cas systems, RNAi, etc.
  • Gene delivery systems, including enhancing the delivery efficiency of AAVs
  • Tissues crosstalk
  • Animal disease models

Salary

The salary ranges for this position in San Diego, CA:

• Scientist I $116,450 - $157,550
• Scientist II $137,000- $184,800
• Senior Scientist I $154,000 - $204,000
• Senior Scientist II $170,000- $247,000

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We value collaboration and scientific excellence. We believe that a culture of belonging are foundational to scientific innovation and inquiry. At Altos Labs, exceptional scientists and industry leaders from around the world work together to advance a shared mission. Our intentional focus is on Belonging, so that all employees know that they are valued for their unique perspectives. We are all accountable for sustaining an inclusive environment. Altos Labs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Altos prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Thank you for your interest in Altos Labs where we strive for a culture of scientific excellence, learning, and belonging.