Senior Scientist, Cell Biology

Analog Devices • Boston, MA

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About The Position

The successful candidate will lead cell biology for new technology developments in Life Sciences. As a core member of the team, the Senior Scientist will drive the cell biology research arm of a new platform development effort, creating research tools that address core challenges in the biopharma industry. The role works with a multidisciplinary team of biological, mechanical, and electrical engineers, chemists, and business experts to implement, validate, and launch cell-based assays, modalities, and platforms that use Analog Devices’ sensing and measurement technologies.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Biological Engineering, or a related life sciences field and at least 3 years of relevant industry experience; or an M.S. degree and at least 5 years of relevant industry experience; or a B.S. degree and at least 10 years of relevant industry experience.
• Hands-on mammalian cell culture experience, including immortalized cell lines, primary cells, and induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs).
• Demonstrated experience developing, optimizing, validating, and implementing biological assays, including cell-based assays, flow cytometry, co-culture systems, and other relevant in vitro assay platforms.
• Strong understanding of experimental design, assay troubleshooting, data analysis, and interpretation of biological results.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams spanning biological sciences, engineering, product development, and research.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present scientific findings clearly to diverse audiences.
• Self-motivated and organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced research and development environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with iPSC-derived cell models, including cardiomyocytes, neurons, skeletal muscle cells, or other physiologically relevant cell types.
• Expertise in microscopy and high-content imaging platforms, including image analysis workflows such as Elements and Harmony.
• Strong foundation in immunology, including cellular and molecular immune mechanisms and relevant assay methodologies.
• Experience with advanced in vitro disease models, complex co-culture systems, organoid cultures, or microphysiological systems.
• Familiarity with automated laboratory workflows, high-throughput screening, or assay miniaturization.
• Experience translating biological assay requirements into product development opportunities in collaboration with engineering teams.
• Prior experience in biopharma new assay development on high-throughput systems, ideally developing cell-based assays and working with or onboarding new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Propose cell-based approaches and sensor technologies to address pain points in the biopharma industry.
• Collaborate across disciplines to develop cell-based assays and platforms in conjunction with new sensor modalities.
• Design and conduct in vitro cell-based studies to validate new technologies.
• Assist in operating a BSL-2 laboratory; mentor and train laboratory users and team members in cell culture, assay techniques, and best practices; and prepare standard operating procedures.
• Provide expert guidance on customer value propositions, market research, and product definition, including how assays are selected, onboarded, and used in biotech and pharmaceutical settings.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements.
• Work with the business team to understand cell measurement challenges in the pharmaceutical drug discovery pipeline.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Sick time
• Discretionary performance-based bonus

What This Job Offers

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