Job Title: Associate Scientist

Location: New York City, USA

Compensation Range: $70,000 - $80,000

Join Us in Revolutionizing Women’s Ovarian Health

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Scientist to join our innovative team at Gameto. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of cell biology, biotechnology, and women's health. As part of a collaborative team, you will work on developing a cell therapy to treat menopause, a revolutionary approach that aims to reshape the future of endocrine care for women.

If you are passionate about scientific discovery and thrive in a dynamic research environment, this is your chance to make an impact. You’ll apply your technical expertise to solve complex challenges while contributing to multiple areas of research and development.

About the Role

In this role, you will serve as a key contributor to a high-impact program developing cell therapies for menopause treatment. Your work will directly support our mission to advance women’s health and contribute to Gameto’s innovative platform. We are looking for a self-motivated, detail-oriented individual who enjoys working in fast-paced and translational research settings, evolving with the demands of multiple concurrent projects.

Key Responsibilities

As an Associate Scientist, you will support research and development activities across several exciting initiatives. Specific responsibilities include:

• Performing cell culture techniques and fundamental laboratory procedures to support ongoing projects, with particular emphasis on human induced pluripotent stem cell (hiPSC) culture, cell engineering, and differentiation.
• Designing, executing, and analyzing experiments to assess cell viability, function, and response to treatment conditions.
• Developing and optimizing experimental protocols in collaboration with research teams.
• Preparing reports and presentations summarizing key findings for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintaining detailed laboratory records and ensuring compliance with laboratory standards and safety protocols.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and milestones efficiently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a biology discipline is required (fields such as cell and molecular biology, biomedical engineering, or related fields preferred).
• 2+ years of research experience is required in a laboratory setting, either academic or industry, with a strong preference for cell culture expertise.
• Proficiency in microscopy, data analysis, and laboratory assays such as ELISAs, flow cytometry, PCR, or cell viability assays is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to work collaboratively within research teams.
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on precision, efficiency, and accuracy in experimental execution.
• A proactive, problem-solving attitude, with the ability to thrive both independently and within a team in a fast-moving research environment.

How to Apply

If you are excited about advancing women’s health through cutting-edge science and want to be part of a mission-driven team, we encourage you to apply today!

Please apply on LinkedIn and with the following materials together in a single PDF document:

• A cover letter that:
  • Describes how your experience aligns with our needs
  • Highlights which aspects of the role you will excel in
  • Explains what interests you about Gameto and your potential start date
  • Includes anything else you’d like to share with us to help us get to know you better

• CV/resume

Why Join Us?

As an Associate Scientist at Gameto, you will work alongside world-class scientists, pushing the boundaries of research in women’s health. Your work will play a pivotal role in transforming the treatment of menopause and contributing to innovations that impact women globally. You will have the opportunity to shape new frontiers in cell therapy and develop your career within a vibrant and mission-driven organization.

About Gameto

Gameto is a pioneering biotechnology company in women’s health, co-founded by Dina Radenkovic, a physician-turned-entrepreneur, and Martin Varsavsky, a leader in fertility innovation and founder of the Prelude Network.

With our groundbreaking cell engineering platform—developed through a collaboration with Harvard University’s Wyss Institute and Professor George Church’s lab at Harvard Medical School—we aim to create treatments for menopause and infertility affecting the female reproductive system. Our scientific approach surpasses traditional therapeutic modalities and sets a new gold standard for research and development in the field.

Backed by $73 million raised in Series A and B funding from Insight Partners, Future Ventures, RA Capital, Two Sigma Ventures, Lux Capital, and others, Gameto is committed to transforming women's healthcare through bold innovation.

Read about us in: MIT Technology Review, The New Yorker, The Boston Globe, and Stat News.

Our Values and Commitment to Diversity

At Gameto, we value kindness, collaboration, authenticity, and diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.