Scientist II

MillenniumSoft Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MillenniumSoft Inc. seeks a Scientist II to support flow cytometry studies, data generation, and customer-facing collateral within the Scientific Applications team.

You will contribute under senior scientists, performing flow cytometry and helping with panel development across reagent and instrument platforms. onsite role, 5 days/week, ideal for candidates with foundational lab experience and a strong interest in immunology and flow cytometry, with opportunities to assist in product development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a life sciences field required.
• Foundational immunology knowledge and experimental design basics.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform and support flow cytometry experiments following established protocols.
• Prepare samples, controls, and instrument setups for assays.
• Collect, organize, and analyze flow cytometry data.
• Assist in optimizing staining panels and workflows under guidance.
• Maintain accurate lab records and experimental reports.
• Contribute to scientific presentations and customer-facing materials.
• Summarize literature findings relevant to projects.
• Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, Product Management, and Scientific Applications teams.
• Support studies demonstrating product performance and utility.
• Adhere to company policies and safety procedures.

Skills

Flow cytometry design

Data analysis

Office suite

Laboratory execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Immunology, Cell Biology, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology

Job description

Job Summary

• Perform and support flow cytometry experiments following established protocols while developing expertise in immunology research, flow cytometry, and panel design best practices
• Prepare biological samples, cell cultures, reagents, controls, and instrument setups per established laboratory procedures
• Collect, organize, and analyze flow cytometry and related experimental data
• Assist in optimizing staining panels, sample preparation methods, and assay workflows under guidance from senior team members
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, study documentation, and experimental reports
• Contribute to scientific presentations, technical reports, application notes, posters, and customer-facing materials
• Conduct literature searches and summarize scientific findings relevant to ongoing projects
• Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, Product Management, and Scientific Applications teams to support product development and commercialization
• Support internal/external studies generating evidence of product performance and application utility
• Maintain compliance with company policies, training requirements, and laboratory safety procedures
• Promote a safe work environment through active participation in EHS programs

Pay rate: $60/hr

Job Summary

Scientist II in the Scientific Applications team supports the generation of scientific data and customer-facing collateral to help drive successful commercialization of client Biosciences products. Working under the guidance of senior scientists, this role contributes to flow cytometry studies, product evaluations, scientific collaborations, and application development activities across reagent and instrument platforms. This is an onsite role, 5 days/week, ideal for candidates with foundational laboratory experience and a strong interest in immunology and flow cytometry.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform and support flow cytometry experiments following established protocols while developing expertise in immunology research, flow cytometry, and panel design best practices
• Prepare biological samples, cell cultures, reagents, controls, and instrument setups per established laboratory procedures
• Collect, organize, and analyze flow cytometry and related experimental data
• Assist in optimizing staining panels, sample preparation methods, and assay workflows under guidance from senior team members
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, study documentation, and experimental reports
• Contribute to scientific presentations, technical reports, application notes, posters, and customer-facing materials
• Conduct literature searches and summarize scientific findings relevant to ongoing projects
• Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, Product Management, and Scientific Applications teams to support product development and commercialization
• Support internal/external studies generating evidence of product performance and application utility
• Maintain compliance with company policies, training requirements, and laboratory safety procedures
• Promote a safe work environment through active participation in EHS programs

Experience

• 0-2 years of relevant laboratory experience
• Hands‑on laboratory experience through academic research, internships, industry positions, or equivalent
• Exposure to flow cytometry, immunology, cell culture, molecular biology, or related laboratory techniques - preferred
• Experience with BD flow cytometers - preferred, not required

Key Skills

• Flow cytometry experimental design and execution
• Data analysis software (e.g., FlowJo or similar platforms) - desirable
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Laboratory execution and attention to detail
• Scientific communication and reporting
• Project and deadline management

Eligibility & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Immunology, Cell Biology, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, or related life science field
• Basic understanding of immunology and experimental design principles
• Curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment