Scientist I - Assay Development (Lateral Flow)

Job overview

The Scientist I - Assay Development (Lateral Flow) role is onsite in Seattle, WA. Salary is $92,196-$115,000 per year. InBios International develops diagnostic assays for emerging infectious diseases and biothreats; this role supports its Detection & Diagnostic Advancement team. The scientist develops and optimizes point-of-care diagnostic assays from early development through manufacturing transfer. Hands-on experiments, troubleshooting, and data analysis help improve assay sensitivity, performance, reproducibility, and readiness for regulatory-compliant use.

What you'll do

• Develop rapid lateral-flow immunoassays, including reagent selection, particle conjugation, and assay assembly
• apply fluorescent, chemiluminescent, and enzymatic approaches to enhance sensitivity
• design and execute experiments using varied biospecimens
• troubleshoot assay performance
• analyze and present experimental data
• document protocols and results
• work within quality systems and applicable diagnostic standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

scientist i

assay development

lateral flow

immunoassays

diagnostic development

wet lab

full-time

seattle wa

inbios international

$92,196-$115,000

onsite

bsl-2

cgmp

medical diagnostics

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k), Roth IRA, and FSA options
• two weeks paid vacation and 11 paid holidays
• growth opportunities.

Why this role

Wet-lab-intensive role in a BSL-2 environment; requires an MS plus five years of relevant experience or a PhD in a related life-science field. The posting describes regular employee benefits despite funding currently expected for approximately 18 months.

About the employer

INBIOS INTERNATIONAL INC is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology). Sector: 54.