Alpha Global Search LLC · 1 day ago
Scientist / Senior Scientist – In-Vitro Drug Discovery & 3D Cell Culture
Kentucky, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAlpha Global Search LLC is an international chemical company expanding its life-science and biomedical innovation initiatives in the United States. They are seeking a Scientist / Senior Scientist to support in-vitro drug discovery and 3D cell culture research, providing technical support and engaging with customers in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Yasuko Kawasaki
Responsibilities
Design and execute in-vitro drug discovery and toxicology assays
Conduct spheroid and organoid research using advanced 3D culture platforms
Culture and maintain primary cells, iPSC-derived cells, and established cell lines in both 2D and 3D formats
Analyze experimental data and deliver clear scientific interpretation and reports
Provide hands-on technical support to customers using in-vitro platforms
Troubleshoot assay performance, imaging, and culture challenges
Deliver product training, demonstrations, and protocol optimization
Serve as a scientific advisor to pharmaceutical, biotech, and research partners
Partner with internal R&D, product development, and commercial teams
Develop application notes, protocols, and technical documentation
Support beta testing and early-stage product evaluations
Collaborate with academic laboratories, CROs, and industry partners
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. or M.S. in Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, or related life-science field
5–7+ years of experience in in-vitro drug discovery, toxicology, or translational research
Strong expertise in 3D cell culture systems (spheroids and/or organoids)
Hands-on experience with cell-based assays, drug screening, and data analysis
Experimental troubleshooting and assay optimization
Scientific data interpretation and reporting
Ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Stakeholder and customer relationship management
Innovative thinking and technology adoption
Operational project leadership
Cross-functional collaboration and organizational awareness
Preferred
Experience with iPSC-derived models or primary human cells
Familiarity with high-content imaging or fluorescence microscopy
Background in toxicology, ADME, or safety pharmacology
Experience in applications scientist or field scientist roles
Knowledge of organ-on-chip or microphysiological systems (MPS)
Company
Alpha Global Search LLC
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase