Biomarker & Immunoassay Scientist

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Rockville (MD)

On-site

USD 78,000 - 116,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company matching

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance program

Fitness club membership contribution

Pet insurance

Job summary

Meso Scale Diagnostics is seeking a laboratory professional to design and execute experiments and analyze data in support of reagent and assay development projects with minimal supervision. This position centers on advancing research and development for leading-edge biomarker measurements and technology, involving lab-based work and data-driven decisions.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, 4+ years of related lab experience, and proficiency in

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences is required.
Master's degree is preferred.
Minimum of four (4) years of related work experience, including hands-on laboratory experience.
Experience with running antibody-based assays, developing reagents and product development is required.
Training in and experience with Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities

Designs and executes experiments, implements plans and performs troubleshooting with minimal supervision, and implements solutions to issues as needed.
Analyzes data using spreadsheets and graphing software. Prepares clear and concise presentations, including thoughtful summaries and recommendations for next steps. Presents to peer and supervisor review groups.
Leads and participates in general lab maintenance initiatives including maintaining laboratory supplies and equipment, maintaining electronic inventory list database, physical inventory, processing/aliquotting/vialing/labeling materials, and preparing and maintaining reagent inventories.
May be selected to monitor and report on the infrastructure of a particular lab or functional area.
Specific duties may vary depending upon departmental requirements.