Scientist I, Technology Development

The role

The Scientist I, Technology Development will work on a novel protein detection platform. This role involves designing and executing experiments to develop multiplex biomarker assays.

What you will do

• Design and execute experiments to develop multiplex biomarker assays.
• Apply laboratory skills and experience to generate high-quality data in developing new technologies and new biomarker assays.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, including reagents, methodology, and results.
• Perform data analysis and report results.
• Examine the impacts of multiple variables on assay performance and perform troubleshooting as needed.
• Support in-house engineers to integrate and adapt different assay workflows onto Alamar’s proprietary instrument platform.

Required qualifications

• PhD degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field; Or MS degree with minimum of 3 years of industrial experience. OR BA/BS with 5+ years of experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience running ELISA, qPCR, or similar, as well as experience in generating, analyzing, and reviewing data from those assays are required.
• A demonstrated ability to follow SOPs and document results is critical.
• Strong organizational skills are required.
• Self-motivation with a positive “can do” attitude, attention to detail, and ability to manage complex projects are critical.
• Strong communication skills to work within a multidisciplinary team environment required.

Nice to have

• Experience with immunoassay technologies such as NULISA, SIMOA, PLA, or similar technologies
• Experience in developing multiplex assays is desirable.
• Experience in automation or in using automated liquid handlers is a plus.
• Experience in IVD product development with ELISA immunoassay and/or NGS is a plus.
• Experience in using R or other data analysis tools, such as JMP and Prism, is a plus.
• Data management skills are highly beneficial.

Benefits

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Before you apply

• We participate in E-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the United States.

About the company

Alamar develops innovative approaches to measure critical protein biomarkers from liquid samples. The team works to enable scientific discoveries that translate into clinical outcomes.