At Alamar, we are passionate about enabling our customers to make scientific discoveries that translate into clinical outcomes and benefit patients. Our team is growing quickly as we develop innovative approaches to measure critical protein biomarkers from liquid samples that can enable the earliest possible detection of disease. We believe the next frontier in biology is enabled by measuring proteins at higher sensitivity in highly multiplexed assays at the push of a button, which is something only Alamar can do. As we build our team, we seek collaborative, driven, intellectually curious people committed to solving complex challenges. Our culture rewards accountability and cross functional teamwork because we believe this enables the kind of breakthrough thinking that will accelerate our mission.
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Associate Scientist(Contractor) I to join the Technology Access Program (TAP) team and support the execution of client-sponsored research projects. This is a laboratory-based role with a primary focus on assay set-up and execution, sample preparation, next-generation sequencing (NGS) workflows, operation of laboratory instrumentation, and data quality review.
The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on laboratory skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to consistently execute established experimental workflows in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Experience with molecular biology, multiplex assays, and NGS workflows is highly desirable. The Associate Scientist will work closely with other TAP team members to ensure high-quality data generation, support data review and enable timely completion of client projects.
Responsibilities:
- Execute multiplex assay workflows, including sample preparation, assay set-up, and operation of laboratory instrumentation according to established SOPs
- Support routine NGS workflows, including library preparation, sequencing run preparation and instrument set-up
- Support data analysis and quality checks, including review of sequencing QC metrics and experimental outcomes
- Maintain accurate experimental records and laboratory documentation to ensure sample traceability
- Support sample receiving, organization, inventory, and storage as needed
- Collaborate with other team members to coordinate laboratory activities and meet project timelines
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline
- 1+ years of relevant hands-on laboratory experience in a biotechnology, research, clinical or similar laboratory environment is required
- Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to accurately execute multi-step laboratory procedures, interpret data, and perform routine troubleshooting
- Familiarity with sequencing and assay QC metrics is preferred
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
The base salary range for this full-time position is $40/hour - $50/hour.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline
- At least 1 year of relevant hands-on laboratory experience in a biotechnology, research, clinical, or similar laboratory environment
- Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately execute multi-step laboratory procedures
- Ability to interpret data and perform routine troubleshooting
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
- Familiarity with sequencing and assay quality-control metrics
What We Do
Alamar Biosciences is powering precision proteomics with automated, high throughput solutions for ultra-high sensitivity protein analysis across a range of multiplex levels. Our proprietary NULISA™ Chemistry utilizes a novel sequential capture and release method that significantly reduces background signal and increases the sensitivity and dynamic range compared with standard approaches and allows both qPCR and NGS readouts. The NULISAseq Inflammation Panel contains 200+ important markers related to immune and inflammatory diseases and will run on our ARGO™ System. This innovative platform allows for a fully automated workflow with less than 30 minutes hands on time from sample to data
