Senior Research Scientist, Cell Biology

Are you a driven PhD scientist seeking an impactful role where you can lead innovation in stem cell and organoid technologies?

Applied Biological Materials Inc. (abm) has been powering scientific discovery in life sciences and drug development for over two decades. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, with subsidiaries in the USA, China, and France, abm is experiencing sustained 20% annual growth. We are currently seeking a Senior Research Scientist to join our Cell Biology team and help drive our next phase of innovation in 3D culture, organoid models, and stem cell-based technologies.

This role offers a unique opportunity to fast-track your career within a dynamic, collaborative, and mission-driven biotech company. We are seeking a scientist with deep technical expertise in organoid and/or iPSC (induced pluripotent stem cell) systems, strong project leadership, and a passion for advancing real-world applications in cell biology.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute R&D projects focused on 3D cell culture, organoids, or iPSC-derived systems
• Drive product development from experimental design to commercialization
• Provide technical supervision to junior scientists and technicians
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, production, and marketing teams
• Analyze data, interpret results, and prepare technical documentation

Qualifications

• PhD in Cell Biology, Stem Cell Biology, Developmental Biology, or a related field
• 5+ years of postdoctoral or industry experience
• Hands-on expertise in one or more of the following: organoid development, iPSC maintenance and differentiation, stem cell culture, or 3D cell culture systems
• Strong publication record — ideally one publication per year of academic or professional work
• Excellent organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail
• Prior experience in a biotech or industry setting strongly preferred
• Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities are a strong asset

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: $100,000 - $150,000 CAD/year, depending on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive benefits package including extended health care, dental, life insurance, and more
• Career fast-tracking opportunities in a rapidly expanding company

Location: This is a full-time, on-site position based at our headquarters in Richmond, BC. Candidates must be available to work on-site from their start date. Please note: relocation assistance is NOT provided.

We appreciate all applicants for their interest in abm. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.