Biotech Scientist – Immunoassay Development

Nova Biomedical; Waltham (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

401k match

Bonus program

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work arrangements

Professional development

Job summary

Nova Biomedical is seeking a Scientist II to apply scientific principles to develop and validate immunoassays for biotechnology analyzers. The role focuses on planning, executing, and analyzing lab experiments to support product development and technical service initiatives.

Responsibilities include implementing assays on analyzers, verifying performance, troubleshooting methods, and maintaining detailed records while collaborating with Production, QA, and Marketing teams.

Qualifications

• Typically requires 5+ years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Computer skills including Word, Excel, and laboratory statistical programs.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced product development environment.
• Strong communication, analytical, problem‑solving, collaboration, and teamwork skills.
• Strong attention to quality and detail.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, analyze, and document laboratory experiments related to the development, optimization, and validation of new immunoassays and other assays.
• Implement assays on biotechnology analyzers and conduct verification and validation studies of assay and instrumentation performance.
• Troubleshoot experimental methods and instrumentation.
• Maintain accurate records of experiments and procedures.
• Recommend technical approaches that support project goals.
• Participate in project teams and contribute to milestone delivery.
• Support knowledge transfer and technical skill development within the team.
• Support partner teams including Production, Manufacturing, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Technical Support, and Marketing.
• Contribute to technical reports and presentations.

Skills

Lab experience

Data analysis

Independence

Communication

Education

MS in Chemistry/Biology/Biomedical Eng

BS in Chemistry/Biology/Biomedical Eng

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Nova Biomedical is seeking a Scientist II to apply scientific principles to develop and validate immunoassays for biotechnology analyzers. The role focuses on planning, executing, and analyzing lab experiments to support product development and technical service initiatives.

Responsibilities include implementing assays on analyzers, verifying performance, troubleshooting methods, and maintaining detailed records while collaborating with Production, QA, and Marketing teams.