Undergraduate Research Fellow

Participate in design and development of diagnostic assays, including materials screening and reagent formulation

Support on-site pilot production of immunoassay reagents

Assist in optimization and scale-up of early-stage reagent development, manufacturing, and QC

Prepare for manufacturing by reviewing the production schedule, calculating raw material requirements, maintaining sufficient buffer and raw material stocks, and assembling materials and supplies

Work with Quality to execute and maintain batch records

Conduct investigations into pilot line issues related to yield, quality, and throughput

Operate and maintain laboratory equipment

Manage reagent inventories, order supplies, and track material usage

Maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment

A bachelor's degree in life sciences or chemistry

Ability to follow instructions precisely and document details

Mechanical aptitude to operate laboratory equipment, perform basic preventative maintenance, and execute calibration procedures

Strong inclination towards safety and quality

Ability to learn and develop new technical skills in the laboratory

Enjoys laboratory-based research work and collaboration with other scientists and engineers

Experience with process development or manufacturing of diagnostics-based products, in manufacturing scale- up and formulation, or with QC testing is a plus