Scientist I – Cell Biology & Flow Cytometry

Pharmaceutical Company; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pharmaceutical Company in South San Francisco, CA, seeks a laboratory professional with hands-on experience in flow cytometry, cell culture, cell-based assays, and molecular biology techniques to perform testing and data analysis. You will maintain ELN records, ensure GMP compliance, and support investigations of deviations.

The role requires 2+ years of lab experience, strong analytical skills, and effective communication to collaborate across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related life science field.
• At least 2 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Hands-on experience with flow cytometry, cell culture, cell-based assays, and molecular biology techniques.
• Experience in laboratory testing, sample preparation, and experimental data analysis.
• Familiarity with HPLC and analytical testing methods.
• Experience with ELN systems and laboratory documentation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing using flow cytometry, cell-based assays, and molecular biology techniques.
• Conduct cell culture and stem cell-based testing.
• Analyze multiple cellular markers using flow cytometry.
• Perform HPLC and other analytical testing as required.
• Prepare samples, reagents, and laboratory materials for testing.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and report deviations.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records using an Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN).
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), laboratory procedures, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and investigations of unexpected results.

Skills

Flow cytometry

Cell culture

Cell-based assays

Molecular biology

Data analysis

Lab documentation

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology / Microbiology / Life sciences

Master's degree in Biotechnology / Life sciences

Tools

ELN systems

HPLC

Job description

We are seeking a motivated laboratory professional with hands‑on experience in flow cytometry, cell culture, cell‑based assays, and molecular biology techniques. The candidate will perform laboratory testing, analyze cellular markers and experimental data, maintain accurate laboratory documentation, and ensure compliance with GMP and applicable laboratory procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing using flow cytometry, cell-based assays, and molecular biology techniques.
• Conduct cell culture and stem cell‑based testing.
• Analyze multiple cellular markers using flow cytometry.
• Perform HPLC and other analytical testing as required.
• Prepare samples, reagents, and laboratory materials for testing.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and report deviations.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records using an Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN).
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), laboratory procedures, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and investigations of unexpected results.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related life science field.
• At least 2 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Hands‑on experience with flow cytometry, cell culture, cell‑based assays, and molecular biology techniques.
• Experience in laboratory testing, sample preparation, and experimental data analysis.
• Familiarity with HPLC and analytical testing methods.
• Experience with ELN systems and laboratory documentation.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of stem cell, cell therapy, or gene therapy processes.
• Experience working in a GMP‑regulated laboratory environment.

Experience Preference:

Candidates with 2-6 years of relevant experience are preferred.