Scientist II: Assay Development & Validation

ARUP Laboratories; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ARUP Laboratories in Salt Lake City is seeking a scientist to research, organize, and implement new assays and methodologies, improving current testing.

The role offers autonomy under the Medical Directorship and reports to the R&D Manager, with a 40 hrs/week schedule (Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM). Responsibilities include development and validation of assays, literature reviews, data analysis, and staff training for Go Live.

Responsibilities

• Oversees, designs, and executes all aspects of development and validation/verification of new assays or assay improvements for the technical section.
• Performs literature reviews to access breadth of field(s) to inform new assay development and assay improvement.
• Maintains knowledge of field and awareness of new and emerging technologies and their potential applications to the reference setting.
• Writes comprehensive analytical protocols, development plans, and validation/verification plans.
• Ensures protocols are in compliance with department, company, and appropriate regulatory body's regulations.
• Critically evaluates and interprets experimental data.
• Compiles data and reports into Validation/Verification packets per ARUP R&D policies.
• Appropriately prioritizes projects and tasks and demonstrates effective skill in time management.
• Communicates regularly with Medical Directors, R&D Manager, and Technical Operations to relay project progress, experimental results, and data analysis.
• Works with Technical Operations management and staff to implement new assays or assay improvements including but not limited to training technical staff in assay execution following validation and monitoring assay performance following “Go Live”.
• Provides laboratory support for validation of new equipment, processes, and methods.
• Works with Technical Operations management and staff to effectively troubleshoot issues with new and existing assays.
• Works effectively with all ARUP departments to ensure all facets of Validation/Verification process are addressed and assays are successfully launched.
• Presents data and results in regular lab meetings, ARUP seminars, and professional meetings and conferences when required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

ARUP Laboratories in Salt Lake City is seeking a scientist to research, organize, and implement new assays and methodologies, improving current testing.

The role offers autonomy under the Medical Directorship and reports to the R&D Manager, with a 40 hrs/week schedule (Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM). Responsibilities include development and validation of assays, literature reviews, data analysis, and staff training for Go Live.