Lead Scientist, Enzymatic Sensor Strips — Hybrid Role

novabio; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive benefits and 401k match

Bonus program

Job summary

Nova Biomedical seeks a Senior Scientist to lead development of enzymatic electrochemical sensing technologies and improve current products. You will design, optimize, and commercialize strip-based amperometric biosensors for diagnostics and monitoring, combining chemistry, electrochemistry, and product development expertise.

You will mentor scientists, collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory teams, and drive projects from concept to commercialization in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Electrochemistry, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in industrial sensor or diagnostic development.
• Experience with enzymatic amperometric sensor design and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, optimization, and characterization of enzymatic electrochemical sensors.
• Advance strip-based amperometric sensor platforms and manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and product management.
• Conduct studies for sensor verification, validation, and performance qualification.
• Mentor junior scientists and contribute to technical excellence.

Skills

Enzymatic sensor development

Electrochemistry techniques

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Project leadership

Mentoring

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Screen-printing

Electrode fabrication

Sensor strip manufacturing

Job description

Nova Biomedical seeks a Senior Scientist to lead development of enzymatic electrochemical sensing technologies and improve current products. You will design, optimize, and commercialize strip-based amperometric biosensors for diagnostics and monitoring, combining chemistry, electrochemistry, and product development expertise.

You will mentor scientists, collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory teams, and drive projects from concept to commercialization in a fast-paced