Senior Researcher Biotechnology

About Valvian Valvian is a biotechnology company focused on developing advanced therapies for oncology and age related diseases. Role Mission The Senior Researcher will drive experimental research on cellular senescence, immune modulation and aging-related pathways. This role is hands-on in the laboratory, contributing directly to the scientific foundation of Valvian’s longevity pipeline and supporting early therapeutic programs. Key Responsibilities 1. Experimental research • Design and execute in vitro experiments related to senescence, inflammaging, immune function and metabolic stress. • Perform assays such as flow cytometry, cytokine profiling, phenotypic screening, transcriptomics sample prep and senescence markers. • Analyse and interpret experimental data and provide clear documentation. 2. Target and biomarker exploration • Investigate pathways associated with aging and age-related immune dysfunction. • Support the identification and validation of targets relevant to senescence clearance, immune rejuvenation and metabolic regulation. 3. Collaboration with AI and multi-omics • Provide curated biological data to the AI team. • Test experimentally the biological hypotheses and predictions generated by computational models. • Contribute to integrated analyses combining omics datasets (transcriptomics, proteomics, glycomics). 4. Support for preclinical program development • Assist in generating data packages for internal decision points and external partners. • Conduct preliminary efficacy and mechanism-of-action studies. • Prepare material for presentations, internal reviews and investors when needed. 5. Laboratory operations • Ensure proper documentation, reproducibility and adherence to good laboratory practices. • Help maintain equipment, reagents and lab workflows in coordination with the lab manager. • Mentor junior researchers or interns when appropriate. Candidate Profile Education • PhD in Cell Biology, Immunology, Biotechnology, Gerontology, Molecular Biology or related fields. Experience • 3 to 7 years of research experience in areas such as aging biology, senescence, chronic inflammation, immune cell biology or metabolic stress. • Strong track record of hands-on lab work and experimental design. • Experience with multi-omics or computational biology is a plus, but not required. • Previous biotech experience is appreciated but not mandatory. Skills • Excellent wet-lab experimental skills. • Ability to analyse complex datasets and derive biological insights. • Strong scientific writing skills. • Proactive, organised and execution-oriented. • Comfortable working in a fast-paced biotech environment.  What We Offer • Opportunity to join a high-growth biotech shaping the future of healthy aging. • Exposure to cutting-edge science combining wet lab, glycobiology and AI. • Direct contribution to early discovery and preclinical programs. • Collaboration with international centres and senior scientists.