Research Associate Needed for Growing Diagnostics Company
- Assay Development | Point-of-Care Diagnostics | Infectious Disease
- Greater Philadelphia Area
A growing biotech company that specializes in developing point-of-care products for the treatment of a variety of debilitating diseases, primarily in the oncology space. This biotech company has secured revenue through the development of an in-vitro diagnostics test for the qualitative detection and determination of IgG and IgM antibodies to the COVID-19 virus. This company is building this department from scratch and is willing to move quickly for the right candidate.
The company prefers organic growth so there is no ceiling for career progression. This is strictly an expansionary hire and is something that will be tailored to the right candidate. This role will report directly to the CEO.
The Research Associate will have responsibilities that include:
- Will be involved in the development of point-of-care diagnostic products.
- Will work as part of project teams to develop products through feasibility and validation testing and transfer to manufacturing.
- Will be responsible for collaborating across multiple functions both internally and externally.
- Requires a highly motivated scientist with the ability to conduct robust and efficient experiments to solve difficult technical problems.
- The ability to work independently is desired.
- The position requires the ability to work accurately, efficiently, and swiftly in a fast-paced lab.
The ideal candidate will have the following skillset:
- B.S. or M.S. in Biochemistry, Immunology, or related discipline
- Knowledge of QSR's and ISOs
- Experience working with bioreactors, protein purification, and E.coli based fermentation techniques
- Laboratory skills such as protein purification, antibody conjugation, solution preparation, ELISA experience, assay development skills, etc.
- Experience with membrane-based immunochromatographic assays is a plus.
- Strong verbal and written skills required