Laboratory Technician I/II, Cell Line Development

About us

At the forefront of farming and food, UPSIDE Foods is innovating new ways to produce real meat, without the need to breed, feed and slaughter animals. Our process begins with an animal cell, which is cultivated and harvested as meat. The founding company of the industry, UPSIDE Foods is a mission-driven organization focused on bringing to meat lovers an authentic product that is truly humane, sustainably produced, nutritious and delicious! We are now expanding our team of dedicated professionals across disciplines to make better meat for a better world.

About this job

The Lab Technician I/II in Upstream Development (UD)-Cellular Adaptation (CA) will be responsible for adapting cell lines for application in large-scale, cultivated meat production. The Lab Tech in CA will collaborate closely with upstream team members to meet key objectives and reduce bottlenecks.  You should be creative, disciplined, enthusiastic, and able to work with a team to reach a common goal.

Duties include

• Following R/SOP's to perform assigned tasks ranging from routine to complex lab procedures
• Prepare reagents, buffers, media and various other solutions for laboratory activities 
• Maintenance, organization and inventory of the lab space
• Cell culture techniques including routine cell maintenance and growth
• Proficient and organized data collection

About you

• Associates degree in a scientific field, biotechnology certificate or professional experience in cell biology, bioengineering, or closely related science. 
• Experience with basic mammalian cell culture techniques and making reagents for cell culture highly preferred. 
• Fosters a team environment by collaborating scientifically with team members.
• Ability to work in a high paced team environment, meeting deadlines.

UPSIDE Benefits!

• Stock options for all full-time incoming team members!
• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for team members (medical, dental, vision)
• Unlimited PTO / 3 Weeks PTO Accrued Annually
• DE&I (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) Council and People Engagement Programs
• Company-sponsored learning & development opportunities

UPSIDE Foods is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Our company-wide mission is to create a product for everyone, so we are deeply committed to having teams and leaders that reflect this mission.