Cell Culture Technician

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 SOPs and 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
• Able 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

Benefits

• 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)