Scientist-Cell Therapy

Avantor
$100,000-$105,000 + up to a 5% annual bonus
United States, Pennsylvania, Spring House
Dec 15, 2025
The Opportunity: In this role, you will report to the Onsite Supervisor and will work closely with the Avantor's Advanced Laboratory Services professionals to serve our customers by performing customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science. Location: Springhouse, PA Schedule: Monday - Friday 8AM - 4PM Salary Range: $100,000-$105,000 + up to a 5% annual bonus What we're looking for Education: PhD in Applied/Laboratory Sciences preferred Master's degree with 3-5 years of direct laboratory experience OR Bachelor's degree with 5-7 years of direct laboratory experience Technical Expertise: Strong working knowledge of experimental scientific products and procedures Proficiency in aseptic cell culture (required) Experience with T cells, NK cells, or other immune cells (preferred) Skilled in complex co-culture assays (preferred) Familiarity with safe laboratory practices and GLP standards Skills & Competencies: Intermediate computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel Strong communication and documentation skills Ability to follow scientific protocols and work independently Flexible, forward-thinking, and motivated to innovate Excellent problem-solving and time-management abilities How you will thrive and create an impact Avantor's Advanced Laboratory Services team is a crucial part of the Avantor Services group serving over 500 customers in biopharma, pharmaceutical, educational, industrial, and high-tech industries with customizable, flexible solutions and end-to-end laboratory operations support. In this role you will: Perform routine and complex qualitative and quantitative laboratory procedures under minimal supervision. Prepare experiments and samples for analysis following GLP and safety protocols. Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments in accordance with SOPs. Conduct assays including cell culture, flow cytometry, western blotting, qPCR, proliferation assays, RNA/protein purification, and BCA assays. Analyze and accurately report results to support scientific meetings and project milestones. Document all procedures and maintain compliance with customer requirements. Drive process improvements and protocol optimization. Ensure adherence to health, safety, and security requirements, including background checks and medical clearances. Lift up to 25 lbs as needed. Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Why Avantor? Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science. The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor. We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today! EEO Statement: We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.comand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 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