Cell Line Development Scientist

Demeetra Agbio Inc. • Lexington, KY

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Demeetra is seeking a highly motivated Cell Line Development Scientist to join our fast-paced team advancing next-generation gene editing technologies in bioproduction. This role is designed for someone who is eager, hands-on, detail-driven, and experienced enough to contribute with minimal onboard training. The successful candidate must be driven by a culture of excellence and ready for intense, high-expectation, hands-on CLD workflows, bringing industry experience that enables them to contribute at a high level from day one, ideally in a CRO or CDMO setting.

You will be a key contributor in developing engineered CHO cell lines and optimizing upstream processes that support Demeetra’s cutting-edge gene editing platforms. This position is ideal for recent graduates (MS or PhD) and are eager to take ownership of experimental design, workflow execution, and timeline-driven deliverables.

Requirements

• MS or PhD in biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, or related field required
• Demonstrated proficiency in: Molecular biology and vector construction
• Suspension CHO cell culture
• Transfection & selection workflows
• Shake flask, spin tube, and deep-well plate fed-batch processes
• Single-cell cloning
• Titer determination and standard downstream quality assessments
• Analytical techniques such as HPLC, LC/MS, and/or CE.
• Ability to thrive in a high-expectation, fast-moving environment
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills

Nice To Haves

• Analytical experience (HPLC) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute CHO cell culture processes across shake flasks and spin tube fed-batch formats
• Perform transfection, selection, single-cell cloning, and clone characterization workflows
• Support upstream development with high attention to process consistency and data integrity
• Vector design and molecular biology
• Run titer and basic downstream quality assays to assess productivity and cell line performance, analytical experience (HPLC) is a plus.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to implement advanced gene editing technologies in CLD
• Contribute to workflow design, documentation, and continuous process improvement
• Maintain a culture of excellence, accountability, and meeting or exceeding timelines

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level