At FUJIFILM Cellular Dynamics, we’re unlocking the power of human cells to change lives. Using revolutionary induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) technology, we drive advancements in drug discovery, disease modeling, cell therapy, research tools, and cell therapy manufacturing. Our mission is deeply meaningful, and we’re looking for bold innovators to join us.

At FUJIFILM Cellular Dynamics, you’ll thrive in a collaborative and cutting-edge environment that encourages creativity and celebrates breakthroughs. If you’re ready to do work that makes a real impact and propels healthcare forward, this is your chance to be part of something extraordinary for science, patients, and yourself.

Our headquarters is in Madison, Wisconsin, a dynamic city celebrated for its lakes, parks, cultural richness, biotech leadership, and access to world-class academia.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles.” Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Essential Job Functions

• Design, develop, and optimize cell-based assays to assess the functional activity or performance of iPSC-derived cell types with minimal oversight.
• Generate and present high-quality data and visual content to support sales enablement and product marketing initiatives for iCell products.
• Maintain detailed and accurate experimental records, including lab notebooks, technical protocols, and comprehensive reports.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, sales, and product teams to troubleshoot existing assays and develop enhanced assay content.
• Evaluate new technologies and instrumentation for internal application or potential outsourcing partnerships.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge and judgment in experimental techniques, analyses, principles, and concepts in support of project objectives and obtaining results.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support additional projects as assigned.
• Review and stay informed on research performed in the field by reading scientific journals, attending webinars, classes, and/or conferences where appropriate.
• Other job functions as assigned.

Qualifications

• PhD in a scientific discipline, related engineering field or other closely related field plus at least three (3) years of related experience; or a Master’s degree in a comparable field plus at least seven (7) years of relevant experience; or a Bachelor’s degree in a comparable field plus at least ten (10) years of related experience.
• Hands-on experience in stem cell research or assay development; prior industry experience is preferred.
• Proficient in routine mammalian cell culture techniques; experience with iPSC-derived cells strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency and independence with standard laboratory practices, cell culture, flow cytometry, stem cell culture, and/or molecular biology methods. Stem cell culture experience or experience with our differentiated cell product line is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with advanced culture systems such as 3D cell culture, organ-on-a-chip platforms, or complex co-culture models is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to independently conduct experiments, analyze data, and develop new methodologies with intellectual curiosity and initiative.
• Proficient in written and oral communication, as well as the ability to work well independently and in a team.
• Flexibility to change project objectives quickly and willingly.
• Reliable, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable working under minimal supervision and collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Some evening and/or weekend work is required; willingness to travel as needed.
• Able to work at a computer for extended periods of time.
• Able to work in laboratory hood for extended periods of time.
• Able to work with hazardous materials (i.e., chemicals, electrical equipment, and human tissue) without endangering oneself or others. Training will be required.
• Ability to work on-site in a laboratory setting for extended periods and adhere to PPE requirements. Able to wear standard laboratory PPE.