Associate Scientist I - NPI, QC Validation & Data Analysis

Alamar Biosciences, Inc.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Equity

Benefits

Job summary

Alamar Biosciences, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist I to join the Product Development team supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and ongoing product development efforts.

This hands-on role is in the lab, with a strong emphasis on supporting verification and validation (V&V) studies, QC method development, and troubleshooting to generate high-quality data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of deliverables, document experiments, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or related field plus 1+ year industry experience.
• Hands-on lab experience in biotech or life sciences.
• Experience with basic assay techniques such as immunoassays or molecular biology methods.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to generate high-quality, reproducible data.
• Ability to execute established protocols independently and report results clearly.
• Excellent record-keeping and communication skills.
• Familiarity with lab equipment and workflows.
• Data analysis using Excel, JMP, or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute V&V studies (e.g., precision, sensitivity, linearity, stability) following established protocols.
• Support development, optimization, and validation of QC methods used across raw material, in-process, and finished goods testing.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges via root-cause analysis and implement corrective strategies.
• Generate, document, and critically analyze experimental data, applying sound statistical practices to ensure accuracy, reproducibility, and traceability.
• Maintain detailed laboratory records and experimental documentation in compliance with quality system requirements.
• Support product and process transfer activities from R&D to Manufacturing, including execution of transfer protocols and preparation of supporting documentation.
• Assist in authoring and revising SOPs, work instructions, and validation protocols/reports.
• Support execution of experiments for new product introduction (NPI), including prototype and process evaluation activities.
• Collaborate closely with cross functional teams and external stakeholders to ensure the timely and accurate completion of deliverables.
• Maintain lab equipment, inventory, and consumables, and ensure ongoing compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis (Excel/JMP)

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or related field

Tools

ELISA

MSD

Simoa

PCR

qPCR

Job description

Alamar Biosciences, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist I to join the Product Development team supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and ongoing product development efforts.

This hands-on role is in the lab, with a strong emphasis on supporting verification and validation (V&V) studies, QC method development, and troubleshooting to generate high-quality data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of deliverables, document experiments, and