Associate Scientist, Biomedical Sensors & Assays R&D

Nova Biomedical; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

401k match

Job summary

Nova Biomedical in Waltham, MA is seeking an Associate Scientist to join a multidisciplinary team researching sensors, assays, and reagents for clinical analyzers. Under supervision, you will perform lab experiments, collect data, and prepare technical reports.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's or Master’s in Chemistry or related life sciences, 0–2 years of experience, and familiarity with analytical techniques such as HPLC, FT-IR, and LC-MS/MS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related life science discipline.
• 0 to 2+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Hands-on laboratory experience in organic synthesis or related scientific field.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques such as HPLC, FT-IR, and LC-MS/MS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development activities within assigned areas under general supervision using established methodologies.
• Support the development of chemical and biological sensors, assays, and reagents for clinical analyzers and instrumentation.
• Perform laboratory experiments involving organic synthesis and related scientific techniques.
• Use analytical techniques such as High-Performance Liquid Chromatography, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy, and Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry to characterize organic compounds.
• Accurately record, organize, store, summarize, and evaluate experimental information and data.
• Maintain complete and accurate laboratory records in accordance with established documentation practices.
• Develop laboratory skills and familiarity with equipment operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and raw-data collection.

Skills

Attention to detail

Scientific communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry or related life science

Tools

HPLC

FT-IR

LC-MS/MS

Job description

Nova Biomedical in Waltham, MA is seeking an Associate Scientist to join a multidisciplinary team researching sensors, assays, and reagents for clinical analyzers. Under supervision, you will perform lab experiments, collect data, and prepare technical reports.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's or Master’s in Chemistry or related life sciences, 0–2 years of experience, and familiarity with analytical techniques such as HPLC, FT-IR, and LC-MS/MS.