Scientist

Discovery Life Sciences • Seattle, WA

21h • $110,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Discovery Life Sciences (Discovery) is a leading provider of highly characterized human biospecimens and cellular starting materials to advance cell and gene therapy and precision medicine programs for cancer, infectious disease, and other complex conditions. We routinely manage hundreds of studies and expertly test thousands of biospecimens simultaneously. Leading biopharma, diagnostic and academic institutions trust us to quickly deliver high-quality biospecimens and reliable, reproducible biomarker data, so they can outpace their competition and push the leading edge of innovation using our Science at your Service TM business model.

Discovery Life Sciences, is a trusted provider of quality biospecimens and laboratory services to hundreds of customers across the U.S. and around the world. The Scientist contributes to our mission by performing client-sponsored and R&D projects in the Cell Biology laboratory. This position is a temporary position, lasting at least 6 months.

Requirements

• PhD biology, biotechnology, biomedical sciences, or related fields, or an in MS degree plus 5+ years of relevant industry experience, or a BS/BA degree with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in this role requires a track record of demonstrated success as well as personal attributes including initiative, independent thinking, a solution-focused mindset, and collaboration skills.
• A desire to contribute to the commercial success of the business through customer-centered actions and decision-making.
• A desire to be part of a closely integrated scientific team that balances changing demands through continuous communication and collaboration.
• Extensive knowledge of, and experience with, hematopoietic colony forming cell (CFC) assays.
• Extensive knowledge of, and experience with, immunology/cell biology assays and flow cytometry.
• Expert knowledge of data analysis tools and methods, including statistical analysis and visual display of complex multi-parametric data.
• Working knowledge of universal precautions, bloodborne pathogens, and handling human biospecimens
• Strong multitasking skills and the ability to maintain organized records.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a creative mindset.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment with a global footprint.

Responsibilities

• Independently design, execute, analyze, and interpret complex experiments to support company deliverables.
• Demonstrate strong scientific judgment, technical depth, and the ability to drive projects forward with minimal supervision.
• Contribute to experimental strategy, mentor junior staff, and communicate findings effectively, both internally and to sponsor companies.
• Balance lab-facing duties with client deliverables while managing multiple contracts simultaneously.
• Refine existing, and develop new, assay platforms and participate in the development of marketing material for new and improved assays.
• Design and execute research experiments for poster presentations at relevant conferences (ASH, AACR, others).
• Own scientific projects and deliver results aligned with timelines and high scientific standards
• Design and perform CFC assays and other specialized cell biology assays (such as stem cell differentiation, ADCC, CDC, ELISA, multi-parameter flow cytometry, etc.)
• Independently plan, analyze, and execute in vitro immunological and toxicological studies to advance client programs.
• Execute experiments with appropriate documentation, data analysis, and drafting technical reports.
• Communicate proactively, respectfully, clearly and concisely with clients regarding their studies.
• Provide accurate and meaningful experimental feedback to clients
• This role reports to the Principal Scientist and will work in close collaboration with scientists and technicians at the Seattle site.
• Follow company policies and procedures, including safety and/or universal precautions.
• Perform all duties in compliance with listed SOPs and policies.
• Participate in the safety program at Discovery-Seattle and facilitate a culture of constant improvement and adherence to all guidelines.
• Respect the privacy of personal information of patients, co-workers, and all individuals with whom the Company interacts
• Ensure compliance with all laws and regulations applicable to the Company and its operations.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor. These may, on occasion, be unrelated to the position described here.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package options including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability which start on your first day of employment!
• 401(k) match program which starts on your first day of employment
• Time away from work (Generous vacation and paid time off, paid parental leave, paid family leave, etc.)
• Professional development opportunities and reimbursement for relevant certifications.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity.
• Team-building activities and social events.
• Employee Referral Program and Colleague Recognition Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree