Work Location: Suffolk County, Massachusetts

Summary:

Seeking a Research Associate with expertise in microbiology assays to support the development of a cell-based diagnostics platform. This role involves working with multidisciplinary teams to advance emerging technologies and improve clinical standards of care.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate on diverse projects, maintaining proficiency in microorganism culture, diagnostics, and biofluid processing.
• Process both contrived and human samples to support performance characterization of diagnostic devices.
• Interpret, analyze, and accurately record experimental data using electronic lab notebooks.
• Contribute to general laboratory maintenance, including inventory management, ordering supplies, and ensuring lab safety.
• Prepare documentation and presentations to report on project status, technology advancements, and intellectual property developments.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to integrate assay workflows into diagnostic platforms.
• Assist in the development and optimization of microbiology-related diagnostic technologies.
• Support the implementation of new laboratory techniques and contribute to continuous process improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (2+ years of industry experience) or Master’s degree (0+ years of industry experience) in microbiology, cell biology, biology, bioengineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with microorganism culture, blood culture (including downstream assays), and human biofluid handling.
• Experience in developing diagnostic platforms and technologies, especially in microbiology, is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and capacity to work independently or as part of a team.
• Proficient in data analysis using tools such as Excel, GraphPad Prism, or Minitab.
• Experience with microfluidics or optical imaging systems is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to evolving project needs.

Published Category: Discovery Research & Preclinical