New 
Scientist
 Spectraforce Technologies | |
 United States, Illinois, Waukegan | |
 Jun 24, 2025 | |
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Job Title: Scientist
Location: North Chicago, IL, 60064 Duration: 12 months This position will play a key role in the development of complex in vitro models to support late-stage internal programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with primary cell culture and complex in vitro models and a potential of applying these models to advance drug discovery programs. The applicant should be a creative, research driven scientist interested in combining a knowledge of autoimmune disease with complex in vitro models to advance drug discovery. Responsibilities: * Responsible for the development of complex in vitro models that mimic the pathophysiology of immune mediated diseases with a focus on Skin autoimmunity * Identify, internalize, develop, and optimize new methods and technologies to deliver in vitro models of Skin autoimmune diseases using commercial and custom Skin on a chip microphysiological systems * Utilize complex in vitro models to drive the advancement of novel therapeutics and combinations * Identify and solve technical problems independently, conceive and implement novel experimental approaches * Generate data in a timely manner and effectively communicate results internally across departments and at internal and external scientific conferences; may author or co-author peer-reviewed scientific papers or patents * Effectively and accurately record experimental results * A strong team player in a cross functional collaborative environment thriving for world class excellence and maintains strong working relationships with internal, global, and external collaborators Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and typically 8+ years of experience, Master's Degree or equivalent education and typically 6+ years of experience, or PhD and typically 0 years of experience. * Extensive experience with primary cell cultures and in vitro cell based assays is required. Experience specifically with primary keratinocytes, organoids, dermal fibroblasts and human immune cells is preferred * Experience in complex in vitro models (i.e. spheroids, organoids, organ-on-a-chip, microfluidics) is preferred. Experience with disease modeling using primary cells and microphysiological systems a plus * Experience with imaging technologies * Project management experience preferred * Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams in a highly matrixed organization. * Established history of publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at scientific conferences. * Able to work both independently and as part of a team when required * Demonstrate excellent communication skills and specifically illustrate strong oral and written technical communications. * Demonstrated problem-solving skills and capability to overcome complex issues. What are the top 3-5 skills, experience or education required for this position: 1. Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and typically 8+ years of experience, Master's Degree or equivalent education and typically 6+ years of experience, or PhD and typically 0 years of experience. 2. Extensive experience with primary cell cultures and in vitro cell based assays is required. 3. Experience in complex in vitro models (i.e. spheroids, organoids, organ-on-a-chip, microfluidics) is preferred 4. Experience with imaging technologies 5. Able to work both independently and as part of a team when required | |