Cell Culture Technician

Science is an early stage company developing technologies for a range of serious unmet medical needs. We are unafraid to take difficult technical risks, secure in the knowledge that with a clear understanding of what we are doing and with support from powerful modern tools, more progress is possible than might be immediately obvious. Regardless of role or team, the two most important factors we look for in a candidate are evidence of exceptional ability and the addition of positive energy to the group. As a small, very early stage team in a largely unstructured environment, the ability to independently orient yourself to the problems that need to be solved and then follow through is essential.

We are seeking a strongly motivated Cell Culture Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the operation of our Stem Cell Foundry, which produces high quality induced pluripotent stem cell lines. This job will entail ensuring operational excellence of stem cell culture including but not limited to: clonal selection and expansion, cell bank generation, and differentiation. In addition, the candidate will perform quality control assays to characterize stem cell lines including testing for endotoxins, mycoplasma, sterility, and more. Science relies heavily on automation, and this role will involve leveraging that laboratory automation to achieve results beyond what you thought possible.. This job is perfect for experienced cell culturists and molecular biologists with strong attention to detail and organizational skills looking to make an impact at an early stage of our company’s development.

Role responsibilities:

• Perform all aspects of iPSC culture and cell line generation in a GMP-like environment
• Execute cell editing protocols and maintain edited cell lines under controlled conditions
• Perform quality control assays to characterize stem cell lines and validate editing outcomes
• Use existing lab automation and test new lab automation systems
• Manage reagents and inventory with strict chain of custody documentation
• Maintain workspace cleanliness and organization to GMP-like standards
• Follow standard operating procedures and clearly communicate with the team
• Maintain accurate, organized, and audit-ready records of procedures and results
• Work flexible schedules including weekends as needed to support product development timelines
• Adhere to controlled environment SOPsand security requirements

Key qualifications:

• Strong expertise with mammalian cell culture and sterile technique in controlled environments
• Experience with plate reader assays and analytical method validation
• 2+ years of experience working with stem cells, molecular biology, and cell editing technologies
• Familiarity with GMP or GMP-like quality systems and documentation requirements
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence in a regulated environment
• Ability to work weekends and flexible schedules

Preferred qualifications:

• Proficiency using computers and familiarity with Python for data analysis
• Experience with laboratory automation and controlled manufacturing environments
• Hands-on experience with CRISPR, base editing, or other cell editing platforms
• Previous work in product development or clinical manufacturing settings
• Understanding of quality control testing for cellular products

Salary/Pay Range:

For individuals hired to work in California, Science is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role.  We determine your level based on your interview performance and make an offer based on geo-located salary bands. The base salary range for this full-time position is $25-$35 per hour + equity + benefits. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please keep in mind that the equity portion of the offer is not included in these numbers. 

Benefits: 

At Science, our benefits are in place to support the whole you:

• Competitive salary and equity
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Flexible vacation and company-paid holidays
• Healthy meals and snacks provided for non-remote employees
• Paid parental, jury duty, bereavement, family care and medical leave
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, subsidized by Science
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k)

Science Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where contributions are valued and celebrated, and our employees thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work. 

We seek applicants of all backgrounds and identities, across race, color, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or disability. Applicants will not be discriminated against based on these or other protected categories or social identities. Science will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws.