Senior Scientist, iPSC & Stem Cell Research Lead

The Lundquist Institute; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, California, seeks a Senior Scientist to lead iPSC reprogramming and differentiation projects. You will mentor junior scientists, design experiments, and collaborate cross-functionally to advance translational research and therapeutic discovery.

The role requires deep cellular biology expertise, hands-on iPSC experience, and the ability to guide complex projects within a dynamic core facility environment,

Qualifications

• PhD required in cell or molecular biology with iPSC experience.
• Experience with iPSC reprogramming and directed differentiation preferred.
• Flow cytometry and imaging experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead experiments involving iPSCs, including maintenance, expansion, and directed differentiation.
• Design experiments and mentor junior scientists; ensure project milestones.
• Operate FACS sorters, 10x Genomics platforms, and Seahorse assays.
• Maintain lab records and collaborate across core facilities.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance in the core facility.

Skills

iPSC culture

Experimental design

Mentoring junior scientists

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

PhD in cell or molecular biology

Tools

FACS sorters

10x Genomics platforms

Seahorse assays

Job description

The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, California, seeks a Senior Scientist to lead iPSC reprogramming and differentiation projects. You will mentor junior scientists, design experiments, and collaborate cross-functionally to advance translational research and therapeutic discovery.

The role requires deep cellular biology expertise, hands-on iPSC experience, and the ability to guide complex projects within a dynamic core facility environment,