Associate Scientist: PCR & Assay Development

IDEXX Laboratories, Inc; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health / Dental / Vision Day-One

5% matching 401k

Employee stock program

Foundation donation matching

Job summary

IDEXX Laboratories, Inc is seeking an Associate Scientist for the Assay Design & Development group to design, execute, and analyze laboratory experiments focused on PCR assays and immunoassay development. You will work with a diverse team across biochemistry, analytical chemistry, molecular biology, and protein expression to accelerate our pipeline.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field with 3–5 years of experience, hands-on PCR and ELISA expertise, and strong data interpretation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or related field with 3–5 years of lab experience.
• Experience working with PCR reagents, oligos, plasmids, enzymes, or molecular diagnostic technologies.
• Hands-on experience with ELISA and other immunoassay techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and troubleshoot multi-variable lab experiments.
• Test, characterize, and validate reagents and final products.
• Analyze data and communicate findings to team and cross-functional partners.

Skills

PCR assay design

Molecular biology

Data interpretation

Experimental design

Documentation & SOPs

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry/Chemistry/Biotechnology or related field

Tools

ELISA

PCR reagents & oligos

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

IDEXX Laboratories, Inc is seeking an Associate Scientist for the Assay Design & Development group to design, execute, and analyze laboratory experiments focused on PCR assays and immunoassay development. You will work with a diverse team across biochemistry, analytical chemistry, molecular biology, and protein expression to accelerate our pipeline.

The role requires a Bachelor's in a related field with 3–5 years of experience, hands-on PCR and ELISA expertise, and strong data interpretation and