Associate Scientist: Hands-on Lab & Project Coordination

Fortis Life Sciences, LLC; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortis Life Sciences is seeking a Junior Scientist / Associate Scientist to join its biotechnology team in Canada. The role involves hands-on laboratory work and day-to-day project coordination across client and internal projects.

Responsibilities include executing experiments, maintaining records, coordinating timelines, and collaborating with senior scientists to ensure on-time deliverables in a dynamic lab setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry/Biology/ Biotechnology or related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant biotechnology experience.
• Experience with lateral flow immunoassays or rapid diagnostic test development preferred.
• Experience with automated dispensing/reagent systems such as BioDot or IsoFlow is an asset.
• Familiarity with GLP, GMP, ISO 13485 and regulated lab environments.
• Strong lab, data analysis, documentation and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; manage multiple priorities.
• On-site role in a professional lab/office environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory experiments and development activities under direction.
• Support process development, formulation, analytical development and manufacturing support.
• Prepare samples, buffers and documentation for project activities.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Collect, analyze and interpret data.
• Troubleshoot issues and communicate findings to senior scientists.
• Prepare protocols, records and technical documentation.
• Support process optimization and technology transfer as appropriate.
• Follow SOPs, safety, quality requirements and good documentation practices.
• Coordinate sample movement, testing and project dependencies.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure milestones are met.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Data analysis

Documentation

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

Biochemistry/biology degree

Tools

BioDot

IsoFlow

Job description

Fortis Life Sciences is seeking a Junior Scientist / Associate Scientist to join its biotechnology team in Canada. The role involves hands-on laboratory work and day-to-day project coordination across client and internal projects.

Responsibilities include executing experiments, maintaining records, coordinating timelines, and collaborating with senior scientists to ensure on-time deliverables in a dynamic lab setting.