Scientist​/Senior Scientist – In-Vitro Drug Discovery & 3D Cell Culture

An international chemical company with a strong global footprint is expanding advanced life-science and biomedical innovation initiatives in the United States. As part of its New Business Incubation Center, the organization is investing in next-generation drug discovery and in-vitro toxicology platforms, partnering with pharmaceutical, biotech, and academic institutions.

This role sits at the intersection of scientific execution, application development, and customer technical engagement, supporting cutting‑edge 3D cell culture and in‑vitro systems.

• Design and execute in‑vitro drug discovery and toxicology assays
• Conduct spheroid and organoid research using advanced 3D culture platforms
• Culture and maintain primary cells, iPSC‑derived cells, and established cell lines in both 2D and 3D formats
• Analyze experimental data and deliver clear scientific interpretation and reports

• Provide hands‑on technical support to customers using in‑vitro platforms
• Troubleshoot assay performance, imaging, and culture challenges
• Deliver product training, demonstrations, and protocol optimization
• Serve as a scientific advisor to pharmaceutical, biotech, and research partners

• Partner with internal R&D, product development, and commercial teams
• Develop application notes, protocols, and technical documentation
• Support beta testing and early‑stage product evaluations
• Collaborate with academic laboratories, CROs, and industry partners

• Stakeholder and customer relationship management
• Innovative thinking and technology adoption
• Operational project leadership
• Cross‑functional collaboration and organizational awareness

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related life‑science field
• 5–7+ years of experience in in‑vitro drug discovery, toxicology, or translational research
• Strong expertise in 3D cell culture systems (spheroids and/or organoids)
• Hands‑on experience with cell‑based assays, drug screening, and data analysis

• Experimental troubleshooting and assay optimization
• Scientific data interpretation and reporting
• Ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences

• Experience with iPSC‑derived models or primary human cells
• Familiarity with high‑content imaging or fluorescence microscopy
• Background in toxicology, ADME, or safety pharmacology
• Experience in applications scientist or field scientist roles
• Knowledge of organ‑on‑chip or microphysiological systems (MPS)

• Manager‑level individual contributor (no direct reports)
• Reports to Senior Vice President, New Business Incubation
• Business travel and occasional extended hours may be required
• English communication required (written and verbal)