UC-MSC Stem Cell Biologist
Innate Healthcare Institute, Scottsdale, AZ, United States
Senior Stem Cell Biologist – UC-MSC Culture & Bioprocess Development
Location:
Scottsdale, AZ
Reports to:
Founder
Compensation:
$110,000 – $160,000+ base salary , commensurate with experience, with upside for exceptional candidates
About the Role
Innate Healthcare Institute is an advanced regenerative medicine clinic and research organization specializing in the clinical and translational application of
umbilical cord–derived mesenchymal stem cells (UC-MSCs)
and related biologics. We are expanding our in-house cell culture and bioprocessing capabilities and are seeking a
Senior Stem Cell Biologist
to take a foundational role in scaling, optimizing, and overseeing UC-MSC production for clinical and research use.
This is a
hands‑on, senior‑level scientific role
with real authority. The successful candidate will help shape laboratory operations today and, with the right fit, play a key role in
building toward a full GMP program
over time.
Key Responsibilities
Perform
umbilical cord tissue processing and dissection , including isolation and expansion of UC-MSCs
Design, execute, and optimize
large‑scale MSC expansion protocols , including production at the
hundreds of millions to billions of cells
scale
Operate and refine
bioreactor‑based cell culture systems
for MSC expansion
Develop, document, and maintain
SOPs
for:
UC-MSC expansion and passaging
Cryopreservation and thawing
MSC‑derived exosome production (if applicable)
Quality control and release criteria
Support
research and clinical‑intent initiatives , including study design, internal research proposals, and translational workflows
Supervise, mentor, and train
laboratory technicians or junior scientists , as the program grows
Maintain rigorous documentation and data integrity consistent with
research‑grade production with clinical intent , using cGMP‑grade inputs
Required Qualifications
Demonstrated hands‑on experience culturing mesenchymal stem cells , with
strong preference for umbilical cord‑derived MSCs
Proven experience scaling MSC cultures to
high‑cell‑number production
(hundreds of millions to billions of cells)
Experience with
bioreactor‑based cell culture systems
Strong applied understanding of
cell biology, stem cell biology, and regenerative medicine
Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with clinical and leadership teams
Excellent English communication skills
(written and spoken)
Note:
Exceptional hands‑on experience may substitute for formal academic credentials.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in cell biology, stem cell biology, bioengineering, or a related field
Experience with
MSC‑derived exosome isolation and characterization
Familiarity with
GMP or GMP‑adjacent environments , or prior involvement in scaling toward GMP
Experience developing or validating
QC assays
(identity, viability, sterility, potency)
Prior leadership or lab management experience
What We Offer
Competitive compensation:
$110,000 – $160,000+ base, with flexibility for exceptional candidates
Scientific autonomy and influence
over protocols, infrastructure, and lab direction
Direct involvement in
clinical‑intent cell production , not purely academic research
Opportunity to help
build and shape a GMP‑capable program
over time
A modern laboratory and clinical environment with long‑term growth opportunities
Immigration & Sponsorship
Visa sponsorship
may be available
for highly qualified candidates with excellent English proficiency.
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Location:
Scottsdale, AZ
Reports to:
Founder
Compensation:
$110,000 – $160,000+ base salary , commensurate with experience, with upside for exceptional candidates
About the Role
Innate Healthcare Institute is an advanced regenerative medicine clinic and research organization specializing in the clinical and translational application of
umbilical cord–derived mesenchymal stem cells (UC-MSCs)
and related biologics. We are expanding our in-house cell culture and bioprocessing capabilities and are seeking a
Senior Stem Cell Biologist
to take a foundational role in scaling, optimizing, and overseeing UC-MSC production for clinical and research use.
This is a
hands‑on, senior‑level scientific role
with real authority. The successful candidate will help shape laboratory operations today and, with the right fit, play a key role in
building toward a full GMP program
over time.
Key Responsibilities
Perform
umbilical cord tissue processing and dissection , including isolation and expansion of UC-MSCs
Design, execute, and optimize
large‑scale MSC expansion protocols , including production at the
hundreds of millions to billions of cells
scale
Operate and refine
bioreactor‑based cell culture systems
for MSC expansion
Develop, document, and maintain
SOPs
for:
UC-MSC expansion and passaging
Cryopreservation and thawing
MSC‑derived exosome production (if applicable)
Quality control and release criteria
Support
research and clinical‑intent initiatives , including study design, internal research proposals, and translational workflows
Supervise, mentor, and train
laboratory technicians or junior scientists , as the program grows
Maintain rigorous documentation and data integrity consistent with
research‑grade production with clinical intent , using cGMP‑grade inputs
Required Qualifications
Demonstrated hands‑on experience culturing mesenchymal stem cells , with
strong preference for umbilical cord‑derived MSCs
Proven experience scaling MSC cultures to
high‑cell‑number production
(hundreds of millions to billions of cells)
Experience with
bioreactor‑based cell culture systems
Strong applied understanding of
cell biology, stem cell biology, and regenerative medicine
Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with clinical and leadership teams
Excellent English communication skills
(written and spoken)
Note:
Exceptional hands‑on experience may substitute for formal academic credentials.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in cell biology, stem cell biology, bioengineering, or a related field
Experience with
MSC‑derived exosome isolation and characterization
Familiarity with
GMP or GMP‑adjacent environments , or prior involvement in scaling toward GMP
Experience developing or validating
QC assays
(identity, viability, sterility, potency)
Prior leadership or lab management experience
What We Offer
Competitive compensation:
$110,000 – $160,000+ base, with flexibility for exceptional candidates
Scientific autonomy and influence
over protocols, infrastructure, and lab direction
Direct involvement in
clinical‑intent cell production , not purely academic research
Opportunity to help
build and shape a GMP‑capable program
over time
A modern laboratory and clinical environment with long‑term growth opportunities
Immigration & Sponsorship
Visa sponsorship
may be available
for highly qualified candidates with excellent English proficiency.
#J-18808-Ljbffr