Kelly® Science & Clinical is seeking a Scientist for a future opportunity with a client in the Bay Area. If you are driven by the prospect of translating cutting-edge scientific discoveries into tangible advancements and are poised to advance your career, join us as we pioneer progress in the biotechnology and medical device industries.
Workplace: Onsite in the San Francisco, Bay Area
Position Title: Scientist
Position Type: contract
Pay rate: $52-75 per hour
Target start date: July 2026
Overview
A rapidly growing biotechnology start-up is seeking a highly motivated scientist with advanced degrees (M.S. or Ph.D.) and 1–3 years of experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry. This is an exceptional opportunity for individuals passionate about technology-driven innovation to join a dynamic and collaborative team dedicated to advancing human stem cell applications.
Qualifications

Demonstrated expertise in mammalian cell culture, including human and rodent cell lines, stem cells, primary cells, and their various workflows.
Hands-on experience designing, developing, and optimizing reporter assays to industry standards.
Proficiency in flow cytometry, cell sorting, quantitative PCR (qPCR), and immunocytochemistry (ICC) techniques.
Proven track record developing and executing in vitro cell-based assays across 2D, 3D, spheroid, and organoid models.
Meticulous technical writing skills and strong oral communication ability, complemented by excellent organizational acumen.
Thrives in a fast-paced, innovation-driven start-up environment; exhibits outstanding interpersonal skills and collaborates effectively with scientific and business stakeholders.

Preferred

Significant experience with human stem cell research and stem cell culture techniques.
Comprehensive knowledge of cell-based assay design and data interpretation.
Familiarity with GMP/GLP laboratory practices and quality systems is advantageous.
Exposure to cell culture automation technologies is a strong plus.

Ready to accelerate your biotech career in one of the world’s leading innovation hubs? Apply today!

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.

About Kelly

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