Research Associate

Company: Quanterix
Location: Billerica
Posted on: June 17, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description Quanterix is a company on a mission to change the way in which healthcare is provided by giving researchers the ability to closely examine the continuum from health to disease. In our focused therapeutic areas, our revolutionary technology, Simoa--, is helping researchers advance the science of precision health. Simoa-- is changing the way in which the biology of health and disease is studied by giving researchers the ability to closely examine critical biomarkers in most therapeutic areas including neurology, infectious disease, oncology, inflammation, and cardiology. To continue our solid growth, we are seeking a talented and highly motivated Research Associate to join the Assay Development team at Quanterix. This role will provide technical and operational support for development, technology transfer, and sustaining of our ultrasensitive immunoassay product line. The ideal candidate is organized and detail-oriented, capable of operating independently, experienced with bead- and plate-based immunoassays, a team player and motivated to help drive complex projects to completion. What You'll Do: Work independently and with team members to perform routine and specialized laboratory procedures and operate a wide range of instruments. Collaborate with scientists to design and execute development, troubleshooting and process optimization experiments. Support product optimization and new product development in line with business objectives. Track and summarize experimental data to support data-driven decision-making for assay development and process optimization. Support and help drive implementation of best practices and process improvements. Ensure all work meets company compliance standards. Document all activities in accordance good documentation practices. What We Expect From You: MS in Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology or related subject; or BS with 2 years of experience in a related field. Experience with preparation and handling of complex and sensitive bio-reagents. Application of good laboratory and good manufacturing practices. Demonstrated ability to support multiple projects under aggressive timelines. Exceptional attention to detail and organization skills. Experience with pre-analytical sample processing and performing immunoassays on human biospecimens including CSF, serum, and plasma is a plus. Experience with development and/or validation of assay products is a plus Why You'll Like Working For Us: Our Technology: Quanterix' technology is designed to enable much earlier disease detection, better prognoses and enhanced treatment methods to improve the quality of life and longevity of the population for generations to come. The technology is currently being used for research applications in several therapeutic areas. The company was established in 2007 and is in Billerica, Massachusetts. For additional Information, please visit https://www.quanterix.com . Our Commitment To Employees: We have a free, state-of-the-art onsite fitness center for all employees. To keep you fueled up, we provide onsite employees free bagels every Monday morning, and free snacks and drinks every day Quanterix hosts Virtual Bingo nights with all employees when we can see families, pets, and win amazing prizes. In addition to competitive compensation and a 401k plan with an employer match, we offer competitive health, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their dependents. We offer a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, and Mental Health Care, we offer generous Maternity & Paternity leave, Family Medical Leave, Fertility Assistance, Dependent Care, Military Leave and Vacation Carryover. All employees are awarded Equity, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, a Performance Bonus, and 1:1 Financial Counseling/Planning. We also offer Tuition Assistance. Our Culture: Quanterix is committed to a Diverse and Inclusive workplace. We have a Diversity Program with Executive Sponsorship. Our core values are Accountability, Teamwork, Trust, and Transparency OR ATT2. Meet some of our team HERE. Quanterix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Quanterix will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. LI-MM1

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