Associate Scientist - BioPharma Sciences

About the role

Performing critical work that impacts our industry and our world’s health while problem solving and innovating in the field – that is what Associate Scientists at KCAS Bio get to do every day. If that gets you excited too, then maybe working as an Associate Scientist at KCAS Bio is the role for you.

Responsibilities

• Execute assigned study activities including sample preparation, reagent preparation, and assay execution with moderate supervision
• Support method development, qualification, and validation activities and begin contributing to assay optimization
• Perform data processing and prepare data summaries for review by senior scientists
• Troubleshoot routine assay or instrumentation issues and escalate more complex challenges appropriately
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with study protocols, SOPs & GLP regulatory requirements
• Ensure proper sample identification, handling, and tracking in accordance with GLP standards
• Communicate study progress, risks, and timelines to senior staff
• Provide informal support and guidance to junior staff as needed
• Perform all aspects of the job in a way that supports company brand and supports company mission, vision, and values

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s in biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or related field with 1-3 years of experience in a bioanalytical laboratory environment
• Hands-on experience working in a GLP-regulated laboratory environment (required)
• Experience with ligand binding assays (LBA) such as ELISA, MSD, or similar immunoassay platforms
• Working knowledge of assay workflows including sample preparation, reagent handling, and plate-based assays
• Basic understanding of assay performance characteristics (precision, accuracy, sensitivity, selectivity)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work within SOP-driven and regulated environments

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience working in a GLP-regulated laboratory environment (required)
• Experience with ligand binding assays (LBA) such as ELISA, MSD, or similar immunoassay platforms
• Basic understanding of assay performance characteristics (precision, accuracy, sensitivity, selectivity)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work within SOP-driven and regulated environments

Skills

• Hands-on experience working in a GLP-regulated laboratory environment
• Experience with ligand binding assays (LBA) such as ELISA, MSD, or similar immunoassay platforms
• Basic understanding of assay performance characteristics (precision, accuracy, sensitivity, selectivity)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work within SOP-driven and regulated environments

Benefits

• Company-sponsored events like food trucks, family days and spirit days
• KCAS University for career growth
• Stock ownership program
• Access to the latest technology
• Paid time off to volunteer in the community

Pay

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Schedule

Full-time position