Research Associate I - Immunoassay

Job Summary

BioLegend is seeking a motivated individual to support immunoassay product development and manufacturing within the Biomarker Immunoassay Group. The Research Associate will participate in multiple aspects of the product development process, including experimental design, assay initiation and testing, troubleshooting, manufacturing support, technology transfer, and product launch activities.

About the Role

This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced biotechnology industry environment. The individual will be expected to manage assigned functions and tasks with strong communication skills and increasing independence after appropriate training.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate antibodies, proteins, and screening antibody pairs
• Optimize assay conditions, troubleshoot, and design relative biological experiments to validate the utility of new products
• Document development activity and production records following SOPs and design plans
• Develop new products under ISO13485:2016
• Work with manufacture and QC group to ensure proper production transfer and quality control
• Support manufacturing and QC, assist in trouble-shooting and raw material qualification
• Aid in customer support by performing trouble-shooting experiments when needed
• Participate in lab meetings and present data
• Contribute to scientific discussions and collaborations

Requirements

• BS in a Biology, Chemistry, or other related field
• 1-year of hands-on experience with immunoassays or other functional assays
• Working experience in manufacturing or product development setting in compliance with ISO14835 standards
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Enthusiasm, attention to detail, the ability to meet aggressive deadlines, and ability to work effectively with others in a fast-paced, highly productive environment
• Excellent cross-functional team participation skills
• Results and goals-oriented
• Commitment to quality

Qualifications

• BS in a Biology, Chemistry, or other related field
• Preferred: 1-year of hands-on experience with immunoassays or other functional assays
• Preferred: Working experience in manufacturing or product development setting in compliance with ISO14835 standards
• Preferred: Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Preferred: Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Preferred: Enthusiasm, attention to detail, the ability to meet aggressive deadlines, and ability to work effectively with others in a fast-paced, highly productive environment
• Preferred: Excellent cross-functional team participation skills
• Preferred: Results and goals-oriented
• Preferred: Commitment to quality

Skills

• Hands-on experience with immunoassays or other functional assays
• Experience in manufacturing or product development setting in compliance with ISO14835 standards
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to meet aggressive deadlines
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, highly productive environment
• Excellent cross-functional team participation skills
• Results and goals-oriented
• Commitment to quality

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Time-Off
Parental Benefits
Compassionate Care Leave
401k with Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan