Position Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist II to join the Product Development team supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and ongoing product development efforts. This role is hands-on in the lab, with a strong emphasis on supporting lyophilization development, reagent characterization, and QC testing. The successful candidate will play a key role in executing experiments, generating high-quality data, and supporting the development of robust, manufacturable products. This position operates at the interface of R&D and Operations and focuses on experimental execution, assay testing (including NULISA and related platforms), and supporting product transfer activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Execute laboratory experiments, analytical assays, QC testing, and product characterization to evaluate NULISA product performance, quality, and stability
- Generate, document, and analyze experimental data with strong attention to accuracy and reproducibility
- Maintain detailed and organized laboratory records
- Support development and optimization of lyophilized reagent formulations and processes
- Execute experiments evaluating lyophilization performance, stability, and reconstitution
- Support verification and validation (V&V) studies under guidance and established protocols
- Assist in product transfer and NPI activities by executing experiments and preparing documentation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Manufacturing, QC, and Quality
- Maintain lab equipment, inventory, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
Qualifications
- B.S. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or related field with 2+ years of relevant industry experience
- Hands-on experience executing laboratory experiments in a biotech or life sciences setting
- Experience with basic assay techniques such as immunoassays or molecular biology methods
- Strong attention to detail and ability to perform routine laboratory tasks with consistency and accuracy to generate high-quality, reproducible data
- Ability to follow established protocols and execute experiments with guidance while building independence
- Strong record-keeping and documentation skills, with attention to experimental details, observations, deviations, and results
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Experience with immunoassays (ELISA, MSD, Simoa) and molecular assays (PCR, qPCR)
- Familiarity with standard laboratory equipment and workflows
- Basic data analysis skills using Excel or similar tools
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with lyophilization or reagent stabilization techniques
- Experience running or supporting NULISA or similar assay platforms
- Exposure to QC testing, assay characterization, or V&V studies
- Experience in product development or manufacturing support environments
- Familiarity with regulated environments (ISO 13485, GLP, GMP)
