Immunoassay Development Scientist

Kephera Diagnostics; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kephera Diagnostics, a Boston-based start-up, seeks a Research Associate to design, develop, and optimize immunoassay formats for point-of-care and laboratory diagnostics. You will perform hands-on experiments, analyze data, document procedures, and contribute to assay validation and troubleshooting in a fast-paced team.

Collaborating with cross-functional colleagues, you will support technology transfer to manufacturing or clinical workflows, uphold GLP-like quality practices, and prepare

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a life science field (such as Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, or related discipline).
• Experience in diagnostics, immunoassay development, or translational research.
• Hands-on laboratory experience with immunoassays (ELISA, lateral flow) and adherence to GLP or similar quality practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize immunoassay formats for point-of-care and lab-based diagnostics.
• Perform laboratory experiments, conduct analytical testing and data analysis.
• Document procedures and results and contribute to assay validation and troubleshooting.

Skills

R&D skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Laboratory skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s in life sciences

Job description

Kephera Diagnostics, a Boston-based start-up, seeks a Research Associate to design, develop, and optimize immunoassay formats for point-of-care and laboratory diagnostics. You will perform hands-on experiments, analyze data, document procedures, and contribute to assay validation and troubleshooting in a fast-paced team.

Collaborating with cross-functional colleagues, you will support technology transfer to manufacturing or clinical workflows, uphold GLP-like quality practices, and prepare