Product Development Scientist, Stem Cell
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 2, 2026.
Join our team as a Product Development Scientist, Stem Cell. In this role, you will contribute to the development of cell culture media and related technologies for stem cell and ATMP applications. You will manage multiple projects, develop and implement experimental approaches, and analyze complex biological data. The position requires a strong background in cell and molecular biology, as well as experience in an industrial R&D environment.
Missions
- Contribuer au développement de milieux de culture cellulaire et de technologies connexes, principalement pour les applications de cellules souches et de médicaments de thérapie génique.
- Planifier et réaliser des études de laboratoire dans différents projets et applications de biologie cellulaire.
- Gérer les fournitures de laboratoire, les réactifs et l'équipement, en veillant à un contrôle approprié des stocks, à l'entretien et à la traçabilité.
Profil recherché
**Qualification***Mandatory*
* MSc or equivalent degree in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or a related life science discipline.
* PhD in a relevant field, such as translational research, immunology or cell biology, or equivalent (3-5 years) relevant research experience in academic or industry environment.
* Minimum 2 years of wet lab experience (research, process development) in a biotechnology, pharmaceutical or other relevant life science industry environment.
*Desirable*
* Strong background and hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture, preferably in stem cell biology and/or immunology.
* Experience combining experimental biology with bioinformatics or quantitative data analysis.
**Experience**
*Mandatory*
* Demonstrated experience in planning and executing R&D projects, with the ability to manage multiple activities in parallel.
* Strong hands-on laboratory experience, including development and optimization of cell-based, molecular or biochemical assays.
* Experience in experimental design, troubleshooting, data analysis and interpretation.
* Experience working in cross-functional teams and communicating scientific results to different stakeholders.
* Experience with relevant analytical technologies such as flow cytometry, immunoassays, molecular biology, NGS or other omics-based approaches.
*Desirable*
* Experience in cell culture media development, optimization or functional testing.
* Experience with bioinformatics and/or analysis of complex biological datasets.
* Experience working in a regulated or quality-driven environment.
* Experience establishing new laboratory capabilities, workflows or technologies.
**Competences, skills and abilities**
*Mandatory*
* Strong scientific foundation in cell and molecular biology.
* Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret experimental data and translate results into clear conclusions.
* Microsoft Office skills, Flowjo, R Studio, ImageJ and Python.
* Ability to work independently, manage multiple activities and adapt to changing project priorities.
* Strong planning and organizational skills, with a rigorous and structured approach to laboratory work and documentation.
* Hands-on, proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
* Ability to work effectively in a small team and interact with cross-functional and external stakeholders.
* Open and clear communicator, with strong scientific presentation and reporting skills.
* Resilience and ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.
* Fluent English, oral and written.
*Desirable*
* Bioinformatics and/or NGS data analysis skills.
* Understanding of quality and regulatory considerations in life science product development.