Research Associate II, Validation

Genalyte, Inc.; San Diego (CA); Presencial; USD 44.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Equity participation

Bonus program

Comprehensive benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Genalyte, Inc. in San Diego is seeking a Research Associate II to support designing, optimizing, and validating new immunoassays on the Merlin platform. You will verify and validate products, contribute to V&V activities, and help improve products exiting development.

The role requires attention to detail and cross-functional collaboration, with a four-day 10-hour workweek Sunday through Wednesday. The position offers equity participation, a target bonus plan, and comprehensive benefits.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, chemistry, biochemistry or similar with 2+ years of experience in Assay Development.
• Experience with design control, complex systems and assays.
• Experience in GDP/GMP/GLP.
• Experience with team direction and mentorship.
• Experience with FDA and 510(k) submission process preferred.
• Standard assay laboratory equipment (pipets, microscopes, etc.).
• Analytical chemistry equipment preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Follows established procedures to assist in design analysis on components and assemblies for quantitative immunoassays for FDA 510(k) submission.
• Manages laboratory equipment and test station setups per procedures.
• Analyze data for assay and process improvement and report findings to team and leadership.
• Executes experiments and validation protocols with guidance from Team Lead & Manager.
• Meets milestones for product development timelines.
• Collaborates with chemists, data scientists, engineers and manufacturing personnel.
• Maintains compliance with company policies, quality systems, design control and procedures.
• Documents results, protocols, SOPs, etc.
• Supports product improvement and manufacturing optimization.

Conocimientos

Assay development

Design control

FDA 510(k) submission

GDP/GMP/GLP

Mentorship

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or Chemistry

Herramientas

Pipettes & lab equipment

Analytical instruments

Descripción del empleo

ABOUT GENALYTE

At Genalyte, we’re revolutionizing diagnostic testing to empower a healthier future. Genalyte is a San Diego-based diagnostics company developing the Merlin platform, a novel photonic ring resonator-based system designed to deliver rapid, multiplexed diagnostic results. We believe that timely and accurate health insights shouldn’t be a luxury, but a necessity. We are driven by a vision where advanced diagnostic capabilities are accessible, efficient, and seamlessly integrated into healthcare. Genalyte is more than just a laboratory; we are advocates for health empowerment, dedicated to providing insights that can transform lives and communities.

WHY WORK FOR US

Joining Genalyte at this pivotal pre-commercial stage means your work will have real, visible impact — on our technology, our culture, and ultimately on how diagnostic testing is delivered to patients. Regardless of your role, you'll be part of a collaborative team working closely with leadership to build something meaningful from the ground up. Genalyte offers competitive compensation including base salary, significant equity participation, and a comprehensive benefits package. This is a rare opportunity to grow alongside a high-impact company at a genuinely exciting moment in its journey.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Research Associate II works independently under supervision to assist and support the designing, optimization and validation of new immunoassays on the Genalyte Merlin(™) platform. In this role, you’ll be responsible for verification and validation testing of new products and changes to released products. The Research Associate II contributes to verification and validation (V&V) activities for multiple systems comprising assays, reagents, consumables, instruments, and software. The role requires a strong detail-focused skill set to execute tests of products exiting development and to further support and improve products within manufacturing. This position works an alternative workweek schedule of four 10-hour days, Sunday through Wednesday.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follows established procedures to assist in design analysis on components and/or assemblies to assist in the development process of quantitative immunoassays for submission to the FDA for 510(k) clearance assessing the product under design control process from concept to product launch
• Works independently under the guidance of a supervisor or senior team member and follows provided instructions to manage laboratory equipment and coordinate test station setups in support of product development, in accordance with established procedures
• Analyze data for assay and process improvement and report findings to team and senior leadership
• Executes experiments and validation protocols, supports problem-solving and trouble-shooting activities with guidance from Team Lead & Manager
• Meet milestones for product development timelines
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team with other chemists, data scientists, engineers and manufacturing personnel
• Maintain compliance with all company policies, quality systems, design control and procedures
• Document results, protocols, SOPs, etc
• Supports product improvement and manufacturing optimization

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• A Bachelor’s degree in Biology, chemistry, biochemistry or similar with 2+ years of experience in Assay Development
• Experience with design control, complex systems and assays
• Experience in GDP/GMP/GLP
• Experience with team direction and mentorship
• Experience with FDA and 510(k) submission process preferred
• Standard assay laboratory equipment (pipets, microscales, vortexers, centrifuges, etc.)
• Analytical chemistry equipment (fluorimeters, spectrophotometers, chromatography, etc.) preferred
• General presentation & spreadsheet analysis software

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Minimal; occasional travel to clinical sites (<10%).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics are representative of both an office and laboratory environment and include handling of viral and bacterial hazards as well as infectious or potentially infectious bodily fluids, tissues and samples. Position requires ability to lift up to 20 lbs. on a regular basis. Walking, standing, and sitting for long periods of time (up to 75% of the day) are routine to accomplish tasks in this role. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus. Personal protective equipment is required as posted. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

COMPENSATION

The base range for this role is $32 - $36 per hour. Individual pay may vary based on job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, this role includes meaningful equity participation, eligibility for the target bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefits package).

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Genalyte, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.