Research Associate

Spear Bio is a well-funded and rapidly growing start-up company based in Woburn, Massachusetts. We are focused on bringing to market a novel ultrasensitive immunoassay platform capable of working with very small sample volumes. The commercial focus of the company is on supporting life sciences, clinical, and academic research. Our platform offers best-in-class sensitivity, lab-to-lab consistency, and flexibility.

We are seeking a Research Associate/Sr. Research Associate candidate who has a strong scientific background and desire to work at the forefront of biological research and clinical test development. A BS degree or above and 2+ years of experience in immunoassays development (RUO or clinical diagnostics), molecular diagnostics development, or a related area is required. 

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Responsibilities:

• Executes assay workflows with a focus on high-throughput, semi-automated platforms
• Assists with experimental design
• Assists in optimizing methods for handling and processing various types of clinical samples for assay development
• May set up, calibrate and maintain laboratory and/or field research equipment,
• Assists in data analysis, quality control, and data management
• Requests or acquires equipment or supplies necessary for various projects
• Collects and records data as need for various projects
• May need to assist in the preparation of materials for submission to granting agencies, foundations and regulatory bodies
• Performs miscellaneous lab-related duties

Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering or a related discipline plus a minimum of 2 years of experience (industry preferred); OR
• Masters degree with related academic research experience
• Hands-on work experience with immunoassays (bulk and single-molecule methods) is strongly preferred
• Hands-on experience with qPCR experimentation is strongly preferred
• Proficiency in a variety of other molecular biology techniques is preferred
• Experience working with clinical sample, especially blood, is a plus

General requirements: 

• Self-motivated and ability to perform complex tasks in an effective manner
• Ability to follow instruction, learn, and grow in a mentorship setting
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills
• Desire to learn about and implement new technologies
• Should possess strong presentational and interpersonal skills with the capability to establish collaborative working relationships and become a key contributor within the assay development, platform and product teams
• Work on site in Woburn, MA
• Only local candidates will be considered for this position 

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We offer competitive compensation, with meaningful stock ownership, strong benefits, and a great work environment. This is an opportunity to enter a high-growth startup company at an early stage. We are recruiting candidates who have demonstrated leadership and excellence throughout their careers and are excited by the prospect of- and the effort involved in- building an industry-leading company.

Spear Bio Inc. provides equal opportunity in employment to all persons. No person shall be denied equal access because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or physical/mental disability.