"text-align: center;">Cell Line Development Scientist at Umami Bioworks | Apply Now!
Umami Bioworks is hiring an innovative Scientist – Cell Line Development to join its R&D team in India. This role is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of next-generation cultivated seafood by establishing robust cell lines from fish and crustaceans. If you have a background in biology or life sciences and experience in animal cell culture, this is your chance to be part of a mission-driven startup working on sustainable food innovation.
About Umami Bioworks
Umami Bioworks is a venture-backed biotechnology startup pioneering cultivated seafood to fight overfishing and environmental degradation. Based in Singapore with an R&D center in India, Umami is developing production systems to grow real, sustainable fish from cells — free from antibiotics, mercury, and microplastics. Founded in 2020, Umami Bioworks is on a mission to build a better food future through cutting-edge cell culture technologies, tackling global issues in food security, ocean health, and climate change.
Job Details:
Job Post: Scientist – Cell Line Development
Location: India R&D Center
Department: R&D
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and optimize stable cell lines from aquatic species.
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Perform primary cell isolation, adaptation to suspension culture, and differentiation into muscle/fat cells.
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Conduct experiments to assess growth, viability, and cellular functions.
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Standardize cell line characterization protocols using microscopy, flow cytometry, and molecular assays.
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Source aquatic species and handle specimens for cell line derivation.
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Collaborate across teams to align bioprocess and cell development workflows.
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Document experimental results and contribute to scientific publications.
Core Competencies & Skills for Cell Line Development Scientist Job:
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Strong expertise in animal cell culture, stem cells, and suspension systems.
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Experience in fish or crustacean cell lines is highly desirable.
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Familiarity with bioreactors, serum-free media, and scalable systems is a plus.
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Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
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Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a startup environment.
Qualifications & Experience
- Master’s degree in Biology, Life Sciences or related field with 2+ years of relevant industrial experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Life Sciences or related field with 5+ years of relevant industry experience.
In Return, We’ll Support You With:
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- A safe, supportive, and collaborative environment.
- An open and adaptive workplace.
- Constant opportunity for growth.
What We are Looking For in a Cell Line Development Scientist:
- Mission-aligned individuals with a passion for sustainability.
- Proactive, curious, and high-performing team players.
- Kind, collaborative, and adaptable professionals.
