Job Title:
Research Scientist
Company: BioTalent
Location: Torrance, CA
Created: 2026-05-08
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Research Scientist - Aging & Retinal BiologyOur client is seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist to support a growing aging and retinal assay platform within their neurodegeneration portfolio. This is a hands-on, translational role focused on mechanisms of aging and retinal degeneration, working closely with the Principal Investigator.In this position, you'll own critical experimental workflows in rodent models and ex vivo tissues, generating high-quality molecular, cellular, and imaging data to advance therapeutic discovery. It's a great fit for a scientist who enjoys building robust, reproducible assays and contributing across multiple programs.What you'll doDevelop, optimize, and run retinal and aging-related molecular and cellular assaysLead retinal tissue workflows including dissection, sectioning, staining, and quantitative analysisPerform in vivo and ex vivo rodent studies in accordance with approved protocolsAnalyze and interpret complex datasets and contribute to reports, presentations, and manuscriptsWhat we're looking forPh.D. in Neuroscience, Biology, Pharmacology, or a related fieldAt least 1 year of industry research experience (biotech or pharma)Strong molecular and cellular biology background with hands-on rodent experienceExpertise in immunohistochemistry, confocal microscopy, PCR/qPCR, and Western blottingExperience in retinal biology, aging research, or assay development is a plusWhy applyCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefitsOpportunity to grow in a fast-moving, mission-driven biotech environmentU.S. work authorization required.Interested in learning more or applying? Let's connect greg.hammond@