Research Associate

Research Associate

Spear Bio, founded in 2021, is a well-funded and rapidly growing biotech start-up headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts. Our proprietary technology, Successive Proximity Extension Amplification Reaction (SPEAR), is a novel wash-free immunoassay platform, offering unprecedented sensitivity. We are dedicated to revolutionizing early disease diagnosis and monitoring by providing scalable, ultrasensitive solutions that deliver unparalleled accuracy in measuring low-abundant biomarkers, enabling clinicians and researchers to improve patient outcomes and advance global health.

Responsibilities

• Execute immunoassay workflows with a focus on high-throughput, semi-automated platforms
• Assist in optimizing methods for processing different types of clinical samples for assay development
• Set up, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment, based on the specification of various projects
• Accomplish laboratory analysis and data management
• Acquire necessary equipment and supplies for various projects
• Prepare materials for submission to granting agencies and foundations

Qualifications

• BS in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering or a related discipline plus minimum 2-3+ years in an academic or industry lab, or MS degree with 1-2+ years of related experience.
• Direct experience running immunoassays and qPCR experimentation is required.
• Experience characterizing and troubleshooting immunoassays
• Strong proficiency in molecular biology lab techniques

General Qualifications

• Self-motivated and able to perform complex tasks in an effective manner
• Able to follow instructions, learn, and grow in a mentorship setting
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills
• Desire to learn about and implement new technologies
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills with the capability to establish collaborative working relationships and become a key contributor within the assay development, platform and product teams.

Work

5 days/week on site in Woburn, MA. LOCAL CANDIDATES will be given priority consideration for this position.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Meaningful stock ownership
• Comprehensive benefits
• A great work environment

Pay

Compensation Range: $80K - $90K