Senior Research Scientist
Likarda is at the forefront of providing cell-based therapies for companion
animals. We are seeking a Senior Research Scientist to join a multidisciplinary
R&D team in a fast-paced, challenging environment advancing novel cell-based
therapies through development to market. The successful candidate will
contribute scientific research and leadership to the development of Likarda’s celltherapy for diabetes in companion animals.
This position will primarily focus as a laboratory-based scientist, and requires
strong experimental skills in cell biology, stem cell biology, tissue engineering
regenerative medicine, or cell-based therapies, preferably with experience in
development of regulated cell-therapies. The candidate will also provide
leadership to a growing team of scientists and technicians as the team brings
products through the development pipeline. The candidate will also work closely
with management to determine pipeline R&D efforts leading to commercially
successful products.
Key Responsibilities/Objectives
 Plan, implement and provide scientific guidance and leadership for research
and development of cells for therapies for companion animals.
 Bench-level, hands-on participation in applying stem cell and other
customary cell culture methods to develop, maintain and expand cellular
solutions. This includes evaluating and translating literature into standard
operating procedures and new applications.
 Develop and oversee quality measures for eventual cellular transplants.
 Develop and apply cell maintenance and cell differentiation protocols that
can be used to create disease specific cell treatments.
 Apply automation and other cell scaling methodologies to convert lab scale
to market scale.
 Communicate with project teams and colleagues effectively and work well
with others to meet experimental goals.
 Manage relationships with contract research organizations and consultants.
 Closely collaborate/interact with management in determining product
pipelines and R&D efforts.
Qualifications
 Ph.D. in biological science or engineering and a minimum of 3 years
experience or postdoctoral training in cell biology and cell culture.
 M.S. in biological science or engineering and a minimum of 5 years
experience in cell biology, cell culture, preferably with biotech/pharma
experience.
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Knowledge and experience in cell biology and cell culture, preferably with
industry-level cell culture experience.
Experience in in vitro and in vivo cell-based assays, biochemical assays,
microscopy and image analysis.
Ability to plan and execute experiments, evaluate and interpret data and
troubleshoot.
Demonstrate ability to multi-task effectively and work in a dynamic and
changing environment.
Excellent verbal, written communication and presentation skills are
essential.
Preferably experienced with stem cells or cutting-edge cell-therapy
techniques.
Preferably experienced in a biotechnology industry setting.
Preferably experienced cell differentiation, cell expansion and diseased cell
models.
Candidates should also possess the following
 Eager to work in a successful small business with a flexible, forwardthinking, proactive, hands-on and multidisciplinary mindset.
 Willing to wear many hats within the organization and take on extra
responsibility as needed.
 Goal-oriented, collaborative and driven to deliver on promises.
 Self-starter, self-motivated and coachable.
 Team player, eager to contribute to the success of a small, innovative
company.
Submit cover letter and CV/résumé to [email protected]