Cell Processing Specialist Position at Discovery Life Sciences | Apply Now
A rare chance has emerged for candidates interested in advancing their careers in the life sciences sector. Discovery Life Sciences is seeking a Cell Processing Specialist to join their team in Alameda, CA. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the production of high-quality cell-based products while ensuring compliance with established protocols.
- Position: Cell Processing Specialist
- Location: Onsite – Alameda, CA, USA
- Salary: For this role, the anticipated base pay range is $22 – $28 per hour
About Discovery Life Sciences
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. The organization routinely manages hundreds of studies and expertly tests thousands of biospecimens simultaneously. Leading biopharma, diagnostic, and academic institutions trust Discovery to quickly deliver high-quality biospecimens and reliable, reproducible biomarker data, enabling them to outpace their competition and push the leading edge of innovation using their Science at your Service™ business model.
Job Description
The Cell Processing Specialist is responsible for the processing, isolation, and quality control analysis of human primary cells and biological samples in a laboratory environment. This role supports the production of high-quality cell-based products by performing laboratory procedures, maintaining accurate records, ensuring compliance with established protocols, and contributing to a safe and organized work environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and passionate about supporting scientific and healthcare advancements through laboratory operations.
Eligibility Criteria for Cell Processing Specialist
- Associate’s Degree or higher in a life science or related scientific field.
- Minimum of one (1) year of laboratory experience in life sciences, biotech, healthcare, or related industry (training during degree program will be considered).
- Previous manufacturing or production laboratory experience preferred.
Required Skills
- Ability to read, interpret, and communicate technical documents, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to learn laboratory processes and operate standard laboratory equipment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to accurately follow established procedures while meeting quality standards and project timelines.
Cell Processing Specialist – Key Responsibilities
- Review production schedules and laboratory priorities.
- Process human blood samples through centrifugation and cell isolation procedures.
- Prepare reagents and buffers.
- Perform quality control on cell products.
This Cell Processing Specialist opportunity is ideal for motivated individuals seeking to join Discovery Life Sciences and contribute to significant advancements in the life sciences field. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest to seize this opportunity.
