Cell Culture Specialist

Cell Culture Specialist

Location: Boston, MA

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mammalian Cell Culture Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mammalian cell culture techniques and a strong background in cellular biology. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting preclinical pharmacology studies.

Job Responsibilities

• Cell Culture Management: Cultivate and maintain mammalian cell lines for preclinical pharmacology studies. Manage both adherent and suspension cell cultures.
• Protocol Optimization: Develop and optimize cell culture protocols to maximize cell viability, growth, and productivity. Adapt procedures to meet project-specific requirements.
• Routine Maintenance: Perform essential cell culture maintenance tasks, including media preparation, subculturing, and cryopreservation. Ensure the ongoing health and stability of cell cultures.
• Experimental Support: Conduct experimental procedures and assays using mammalian cell cultures to support diverse preclinical research projects. Establish and validate cell line profiles as needed.
• Documentation and Compliance: Accurately and thoroughly document experimental procedures, results, and observations. Maintain records in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Cell Banking and SOP Development: Oversee cell banking activities, including the establishment and maintenance of cell banks. Develop and standardize SOPs for cell culture operations.
• Cell Culture Facility Management: Manage cell culture rooms, including scheduling, maintenance, and inventory management.
• Training and Development: Train and mentor new employees and team members in cell culture techniques and best practices, enhancing the team’s overall skill set and productivity.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Cell Biology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture techniques in an academic or industry setting.
• Experience with a variety of mammalian cell lines, including primary cells and established cell lines
• Strong understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and laboratory safety protocols.
• Strong understanding of cell biology principles and cellular signaling pathways.

BIOCYTOGEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities at BIOCYTOGEN BOSTON CORP are based upon one’s qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status, military status, disability, mental illness, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. This Equal Employment Opportunity policy governs all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, selection, job assignment, promotions, transfers, compensation, discipline, termination, layoff, access to benefits and training, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.