Location: Philadelphia, PA
Target Start Date: September 2026
Compensation:$75,000 – $85,000 annually
About the Role As a foundational laboratory hire in Philadelphia, the Senior Laboratory Scientist will serve as a hands-on laboratory leader responsible for executing 3D bioprinting and tissue engineering workflows while supporting the growth and development of the laboratory.
This individual will be responsible for daily production activities, primary human cell processing, client bioassays, laboratory documentation, and maintaining high standards for aseptic technique and GxP compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily production of standardized 3D-bioprinted human skin models and oncology micro-tumors using proprietary bio-inks.
- Perform human primary cell extraction, tissue dissociation, expansion, and cell banking from fresh patient surgical biopsies.
- Execute complex client screening bioassays, including ADME-Tox and efficacy testing, while maintaining strict aseptic technique and protocol adherence.
- Operate and troubleshoot automated bioprinting, microfluidics, and related laboratory equipment.
- Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure documentation meets applicable GxP and quality requirements.
- Monitor laboratory workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, and reproducibility.
- Support the development and implementation of standardized laboratory procedures and production workflows.
- Assist with training and mentoring junior laboratory and production personnel as the team expands.
- Collaborate with cross-functional scientific and operational teams to support client projects and platform development.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Cell Biology, Bioengineering, Tissue Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.
- 5+ years of hands-on laboratory experience in a sterile, regulated mammalian cell culture environment.
- Demonstrated experience working with mammalian cell culture; experience with primary human cells is highly preferred.
- Familiarity with 3D bioprinting, tissue engineering, microfluidics, or automated laboratory systems.
- Strong aseptic technique and experience working in a regulated or quality-focused laboratory environment.
- Ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment, protocols, and experimental workflows independently.
- Strong laboratory documentation, organization, and record-keeping skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a growing, fast-paced laboratory environment and take ownership of day-to-day laboratory operations.
- Experience with 3D-bioprinted tissue models or organoid systems.
- Experience processing fresh human tissue or surgical biopsy specimens.
- Experience with bioassay development or execution, including ADME-Tox and/or efficacy testing.
- Experience working within GxP, GLP, GMP, or other regulated laboratory environments.
- Experience operating multi-axis automated bioprinters or microfluidic systems.
Yoh Life Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Estimated Min Rate: $59500.00
Estimated Max Rate: $85000.00
What’s In It for You?
We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
- MetLife Voluntary Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401K Retirement Savings Plan
- Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
- Referral Bonus Programs
- Certification and training opportunities
Note: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
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