SlipstreamJobs tracks this role from the company's public career site. Apply directly on the employer's site.
Salary: USD 120,000 - 140,000 / annual
Alamar Biosciences is seeking a Scientist I, Technology Development to join the technology development team working on a novel protein detection platform. The role focuses on developing innovative approaches to measure critical protein biomarkers from liquid samples for early disease detection using highly multiplexed assays.
You will design and execute experiments to develop multiplex biomarker assays, applying laboratory skills to generate high-quality data for new technologies and biomarker assays. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate records of work performed (reagents, methodology, results), performing data analysis and reporting results, examining the impacts of multiple variables on assay performance and troubleshooting as needed, and supporting in-house engineers to integrate and adapt different assay workflows onto Alamar's proprietary instrument platform.
This is a full-time, onsite position in Fremont requiring excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, ability to multitask and work independently, and flexibility with evolving priorities. The role is part of a fast-paced, collaborative environment that rewards accountability and cross-functional teamwork.
REQUIREMENTS:
- PhD degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field; OR MS degree with minimum of 3 years of industrial experience
- 3+ years of hands-on experience running ELISA, qPCR, or similar assays
- Experience generating, analyzing, and reviewing data from those assays
- Demonstrated ability to follow SOPs and document results
- Strong organizational skills
- Self-motivation with positive "can do" attitude, attention to detail, and ability to manage complex projects
- Strong communication skills to work within a multidisciplinary team environment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with immunoassay technologies such as NULISA, SIMOA, PLA, or similar
- Experience developing multiplex assays
- Experience with automation or automated liquid handlers
- Experience in IVD product development with ELISA immunoassay and/or NGS
- Experience using R or other data analysis tools (JMP, Prism)
- Data management skills
