Research Scientist, Assay Development

Job overview

The Research Scientist, Assay Development role is onsite in Boston, MA, with an annual salary of $85,000–$120,000. GrapheneDx develops diagnostic technology with a mission to transform consumer diagnostics. The scientist advances the company’s point-of-care diagnostic platform by designing and optimizing biomarker-detection experiments, analyzing results, and collaborating across research and engineering disciplines to integrate sensor technology into diagnostic solutions.

What you'll do

• Design, execute, and optimize feasibility, pilot, and process-optimization experiments for biomarker detection
• functionalize sensors with nucleic acid or antibody probes
• analyze and interpret data
• prepare reports and presentations
• collaborate with scientists and engineers on sensor integration
• refine protocols and plans
• troubleshoot technical challenges
• and contribute to regulatory documentation and protocol compliance where relevant.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

research scientist

assay development

biosensors

biomarker detection

nucleic acid assays

immunoassays

gfet

point-of-care diagnostics

boston ma

graphenedx

full-time

$85k–$120k per year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off, health and dental benefits, performance bonuses, and growth opportunities.

Why this role

Work on a GFET-based point-of-care diagnostic platform with a cross-functional team of materials scientists, electronics engineers, and data scientists.

About the employer

GrapheneDx is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.