Research Associate-ELISA

QPS Bioserve; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Bioserve in Hyderabad seeks a detail-oriented Research Associate with hands-on ELISA and immunoassay experience. You will perform lab experiments, process samples, maintain documentation, and ensure GLP-compliant practices and SOP adherence.

Responsibilities include performing ELISA assays, preparing standards, operating plate readers and pipettes, analyzing data, and assisting in method development and troubleshooting within a regulated bioanalytical setting.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with ELISA and immunoassays.
• Familiarity with GLP and SOPs in a regulated lab.
• Strong record-keeping and data documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform ELISA assays including prep, coating, blocking, incubation, washing and analysis.
• Handle serum, plasma and other matrices per study needs.
• Prepare standards, controls, buffers and reagents as per procedures.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment such as microplate readers and pipettes.
• Analyze ELISA data, build calibration curves and evaluate assay performance.
• Conduct validation/verification activities (precision, accuracy, sensitivity).
• Maintain notebooks, raw data and study documents accurately.
• Follow SOPs and GLP requirements and ensure safety compliance.
• Investigate deviations and root causes with supervisor input.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling and disposal of samples and reagents.
• Support method development, troubleshooting and improvements.
• Coordinate with team to complete studies on time.

Skills

ELISA

Immunoassay

GLP familiarity

Documentation

Data analysis

Tools

Microplate reader

Pipettes

Plate washer

Job description

Role & responsibilities

We are looking for a detail-oriented Research Associate with hands-on experience in ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay) and immunoassay techniques. The candidate will be responsible for performing laboratory experiments, processing biological samples, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring compliance with applicable laboratory procedures, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform ELISA assays, including sample preparation, reagent preparation, plate coating, blocking, incubation, washing, detection, and result analysis.
• Handle biological samples such as serum, plasma, and other relevant matrices as per study requirements.
• Prepare standards, controls, buffers, and reagents according to approved procedures.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including microplate readers, washers, pipettes, and other analytical instruments.
• Analyze ELISA data, prepare calibration curves, evaluate assay performance, and calculate sample concentrations using appropriate software.
• Perform assay validation and verification activities, including precision, accuracy, sensitivity, specificity, and dilution linearity, as applicable.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks, worksheets, raw data, and study-related documentation accurately and contemporaneously.
• Follow approved SOPs, Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), and applicable quality and safety requirements.
• Investigate assay deviations, unexpected results, and out-of-specification results in consultation with the supervisor.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, labeling, and disposal of samples, reagents, and laboratory consumables.
• Support method development, method optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities.
• Coordinate with team members and supervisors to ensure timely completion of assigned studies.

Preferred candidate profile

• Experience in a CRO, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or bioanalytical laboratory.
• Exposure to regulated bioanalytical studies and GLP-compliant documentation.
• Familiarity with assay validation, troubleshooting, and analytical data review.
• Experience with automated immunoassay platforms will be an added advantage.