Scientist, Cell Line Development / Upstream Bioprocessing

Insight Global; Spring House (PA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Scientist to join an upstream development team supporting mammalian cell culture, cell line development, and bioreactor-based protein expression activities. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on mammalian cell culture experience, with CHO cell experience highly preferred.

This early-career role targets candidates with 1–2 years postdoctoral experience or PhD graduates. Compensation ranges from $35-50/hr with benefits including medical insurance, 401k, and PTO.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of hands-on mammalian cell culture experience.
• Experience with mammalian cell lines.
• Experience in cell line development and/or bioreactor production.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on mammalian cell culture activities supporting upstream development and protein expression.
• Support stable cell line development and mammalian cell line production activities.
• Operate bench-scale bioreactors (1–10 L) and contribute to workflows.
• Collaborate with upstream team and assist with automation and liquid handling systems.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Cell line development

Bioreactor operation

Collaborative work

Automation exposure

Education

PhD graduates considered

Postdoctoral experience

Tools

Bench-scale bioreactors

Liquid handling systems

Job description

We are seeking a Scientist to join an upstream development team supporting mammalian cell culture, cell line development, and bioreactor-based protein expression activities. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on mammalian cell culture experience, with CHO cell experience highly preferred.

This position is geared toward an earlier-career scientist who can contribute in the lab without requiring extensive foundational training. Candidates may come from industry or academia, including PhD graduates and candidates with approximately 1–2 years of postdoctoral experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on mammalian cell culture activities supporting upstream development and protein expression.
• Support stable cell line development and mammalian cell line production activities.
• Conduct experiments using bench‑scale bioreactors, primarily within the 1–10 L range, with approximately 5 L commonly used.
• Contribute across cell line development and bioreactor workflows based on project and team needs.
• Support laboratory automation initiatives where applicable, including work involving liquid handling systems.
• Collaborate closely with scientists across the upstream team and contribute within a highly team‑oriented laboratory environment.

Required Qualifications

• 2–5 years of relevant hands‑on experience with mammalian cell culture.
• Strong practical laboratory experience working with mammalian cell lines.
• Experience within cell line development and/or bioreactor‑based production.
• Ability to contribute effectively within a collaborative laboratory team.

Highly Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with CHO cells.
• Experience with bioreactors, particularly at approximately 1–10 L scale.
• Experience supporting protein expression or mammalian cell production.
• Previous exposure to laboratory automation or liquid handling systems.

Education / Experience Considerations

Candidates with relevant industry experience are encouraged to apply. Strong academic experience will also be considered, including PhD graduates and candidates with limited postdoctoral experience whose research provided substantial hands‑on cell line development or mammalian cell culture experience.

What Will Make Someone Successful

The strongest candidates will combine hands‑on mammalian cell culture expertise with experience in CHO cells, cell line development, or bioreactors. The team places significant emphasis on collaboration and is looking for someone who can contribute quickly while working effectively with other scientists.

Compensation:

$35-50/hr

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include:

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options
• 401k retirement account access with employer matching
• paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law