Cell Services Scientist

PerkinElmer • New Haven, CT

3d • $60,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Join PerkinElmer, a provider of scientific solutions and OneSource services, and participate in developing and managing a cell services program. The role leverages and develops cell culture skills following industry best practices and supports scientists and staff under the direction of the Technical Laboratory Services Leader to return projects in a timely manner. The scientist manages customer cell inventory in a regulated environment and partners with internal Research and Development stakeholders.

This position is based at the Alexion customer site in New Haven, Connecticut. It requires laboratory work, adherence to working instructions, SOPs, and applicable regulations, and the ability to handle a fast-paced workload. The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $60,000 to $80,000; final base pay depends on factors including internal equity, location, qualifications, skills, experience, and education or training.

Requirements

• Previous experience performing cell culture with human cells.
• Master of Science in cell biology or a related discipline plus 1–2 years of related work experience, or Bachelor of Science in cell biology or a related discipline plus 3–4 years of related work experience.
• At least 3 years of post-Bachelor experience specifically in cell culture.
• High proficiency in MS Office software, including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Self-starter with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities and tasks.
• Ability to work in a laboratory and controlled environments requiring personal protective equipment.
• Ability to remain stationary for more than 25% of the time; move between onsite labs and buildings; regularly bend, squat, stretch, and reach; and occasionally move or lift up to 25 pounds, with potential occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform the vision-related tasks described for the service functions of the position.
• Ability to operate a computer and office machinery such as a calculator, copy machine, and printer.
• May be required to handle hazardous waste under local, state, and federal regulations and complete medical clearance, respiratory protection training, and fit testing for respirator use.

Nice To Haves

• Experience performing single cell cloning, whole blood processing, and/or flow cytometry is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute customer requests and projects related to cell culture.
• Meet with stakeholders to discuss requests, project updates, and results.
• Review and verify results for accuracy.
• Maintain cell inventories in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Support team members on various R&D projects as needed.
• Ensure compliance and accurate documentation in accordance with working instructions, SOPs, and applicable regulations.

What This Job Offers

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