Senior R&D Associate Molecular Assay Development
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Job Location:
Irvine, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 65000 - 75000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Us
Fluxergy is a rapidly growing in vitro diagnostics company innovating on the cutting-edge of laboratory testing. Were developing the first and only multi-modal point-of-care platform that enables molecular clinical chemistry immunoassay and hematology testing on the same system.
Our platform spans many markets including the clinical veterinary and food safety industries. We are seeking self-motivated problem solvers who are excited to help decentralize traditional laboratory infrastructure.
At the core of our companys identity is a strong foundation in engineering. We take great pride in our commitment to critical thinking and pragmatic problem-solving through a modular and systemic perspective. We hold the conviction that transparent communication coupled with the flexibility to adjust to evolving scenarios and the willingness to venture beyond familiar territories is crucial to both our success and yours.
Our product: the Role
Here at Fluxergy you will have the opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary team of life scientists and engineers to help optimize and develop new diagnostic assays using a variety of different detection methods and in various markets.
This is an opportunity to join a team focused on making a significant impact in the biotechnology and diagnostics industry through groundbreaking research and a Senior Research Associate you will be expected to apply your knowledge and skills in assay development microbiology and chemistry to help develop new and novel assays for detecting various targets. You will conduct analyze and report on experiments to support the development of new molecular assays from feasibility through validation for the Fluxergy platform. The Senior Research Associate will work closely with the Molecular Assay Development team and other Research Scientists and Research Associates to collaborate on strategic plans for product development and expanding operations of the Molecular Assay Development department within Fluxergy. We are looking for someone who is highly motivated with the ability to support and collaborate on the design and execution of robust experiments to solve difficult technical problems in a fast-paced environment.
Join us now to revolutionize the future of diagnostics and make a lasting impact on global healthcare. Apply today and be a part of the Fluxergy journey towards a healthier tomorrow!
Team Culture:
- Research Oriented
- Problem Solvers
- Detail Oriented
- Analytical
- Collaborative
What You Will Do
- Work with an interdisciplinary team of life scientists and engineers to support the development of new diagnostic assays using various detection methods for various target markets.
- Perform extensive sequence analysis and bring up qPCR assays and validate the designs and concepts.
- Develop and maintain documentation of product development per companys procedures.
- Bring products from design to validation under Design Control according to FDA 21CFR820 regulations and prepare appropriate reports.
- Communicates effectively and works collaboratively within the department. Leads by example as a team player.
- Follows project timelines and manages time to ensure deliverables meet target dates.
- Run experiments in the lab including pipetting working in biosafety cabinets and using various laboratory tools and equipment.
- Analyze data generated from experiments using various methods including numerical methods and generate thoughtful interpretations of the collected information.
- Participate in design validation activities including clinical trials in-house trials data analysis and report writing.
What Youll Need to Have
- BS or MS in Biology Biochemistry or other related fields
- Minimum of 2 years of related experience; 1 year or previous lab experience preferably working in Biotech industry.
- Hands-on lab experience
- Demonstrated experience of time management and meeting deadlines
- Experience with experimental design optimization and troubleshooting
- Ability to make detailed observations review analyze and interpret data.
- BONUS: Experience developing LDT IVD products and design controls plus!
Interview Process
Our interview processes my differ slightly from role-to-role; however most of our interviews will follow a similar pattern:
- Recruiter Interview
- Hiring Manager interview
- On-site Interview
- Decision
We are an early-stage company and may change our interview process from time-to-time but our hope is everyone who interviews with us has a positive experience even if an offer isnt presented.
Benefits
Excellent Medical/Dental Benefits
- 99% medical benefit premiums paid by Fluxergy and covers employee partner and dependents
- 100% dental and vision premiums paid for employee partner and dependents
- 100% Life Insurance premiums paid for the employee
Work - Life Balance Minded Time Off
- 15 paid vacation days
- 2-week paid winter break
- 7 company paid holidays
- 5 paid sick days
A Work Culture Which Believes in Promoting from Within
- Wear lots of hats / accelerate your career growth!
- We are a flat organization by design lots of visibility!
- Many of our current leaders started their career with Fluxergy!
Salary Range: $65000 - $75000/yr
Additional Information
Fluxergy is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status age disability national or ethnic origin military service status citizenship or other protected characteristic.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Vendor Management
- Design Controls
- C/C++
- FDA Regulations
- Intellectual Property Law
- ISO 13485
- Research Experience
- SolidWorks
- Research & Development
- Internet Of Things
- Product Development
About Company
Fluxergy is the first open platform for multimodal, point-of-care assay development and testing.
