Immunoassay R&D Technician & Lab Specialist

Meso Scale Diagnostics; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Meso Scale Diagnostics in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support research and product development by performing immunoassay related experiments, maintaining equipment, and carrying out instrument qualification activities. Weekend work is required.

The role requires an associate degree in a scientific field, at least two years in a lab, and BSL-2 experience. You will train new staff, perform routine maintenance, ensure safety, and contribute to qualification testing of new

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in scientific field or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Two years’ experience in a laboratory setting, preferably with immunoassays.
• Experience with Biosafety level 2 (BSL-2) required.

Responsibilities

• Execute experiments independently using established protocols for immunoassays.
• Train new employees on assay procedures, software, and equipment maintenance.
• Maintain laboratory equipment per safety and SOPs; perform routine calibrations.
• Qualify laboratory equipment and troubleshoot malfunctioning instruments.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and waste disposal procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

MS Excel

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate's degree in scientific field

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Meso Scale Diagnostics in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support research and product development by performing immunoassay related experiments, maintaining equipment, and carrying out instrument qualification activities. Weekend work is required.

The role requires an associate degree in a scientific field, at least two years in a lab, and BSL-2 experience. You will train new staff, perform routine maintenance, ensure safety, and contribute to qualification testing of new