
Cell Culture Research Technician
Accentuate Staffing is partnering with an innovative biotech organization focused on advancing next-generation organ transplantation technologies. This team is working at the forefront of xenotransplantation, utilizing genetically modified porcine cells to improve compatibility with the human immune system. They are seeking a hands-on Research Technician to support critical cell-based and immunological assays in a fast-paced lab environment
Responsibilities:
- Perform routine mammalian cell culture, including maintaining, passaging, expanding, and cryopreserving primary cell lines
- Execute flow cytometry assays to evaluate antibody binding and immune response to modified cells
- Support immune-based assays, including ELISA and co-culture systems (e.g., MLR assays)
- Handle and process porcine tissue and blood samples, as well as human-derived biological materials, following BSL-2 safety standards
- Prepare reagents, maintain lab inventory, and ensure proper lab organization and sterilization practices
- Document experimental procedures and results in accordance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines
- Assist in optimizing and refining protocols to support ongoing research and compliance needs
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, or related field
- 3+ years of laboratory experience
- Minimum 1+ year of hands-on mammalian cell culture experience (maintenance, passaging, cryopreservation required)
- Practical experience with flow cytometry (sample prep and running assays required; analysis is a plus)
- Comfortable working with animal-derived samples, including pig tissue and blood
- Experience working in a BSL-2 or regulated lab environment preferred
- Exposure to immunology assays (ELISA, MLR, etc.) is a plus
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols independently
- Ability to manage multiple lab tasks in a fast-paced environment




