At Biomerica, we improve lives by developing, manufacturing and marketing products designed to enhance the health and well-being of people, while reducing total healthcare costs. We are a team of talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and expertise, working together to develop diagnostic and therapeutic diagnostic solutions for our customers. We are a fast-growing NASDAQ traded global company that drives innovation in diagnosing diseases. Being part of our team is much more than a job, it is an opportunity to make an impact in people lives.

POSITION SUMMARY

Biomerica, Inc. is growing the Point-of-Care Assay Development team. We are working on a number of new projects, including a novel approach to move lateral flow assays to home testing. There are currently several opportunities including for a Research Associate, Research Scientist and Transfer Scientist position, all of which are key hands-on roles, requiring individuals familiar with immunoassay development activities. The candidates should be creative, “think out of the box”, analytical, hard-working team players preferably with experience in lateral flow assay development. The successful individuals also have excellent communication skills, are goal-oriented, and have a strong sense of ownership and drive to meet project goals and timelines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

· Optimize and develop immunoassays for point-of care applications

· Design, perform, and analyze experiments, including:

o nanoparticle conjugations

o antibody screening and selection

o antigen screening, purification and modification

o assay-instrument integration

o statistical data analysis

· Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and present findings in a professional and knowledgeable manner

· Collaborate cross-functionally with other teams, including R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing in support of project objectives

· Develop new experimental approaches

· Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS

- Research Associate: Bachelor’s in Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or a closely-related field, with a minimum of 0-1 year of experience in the development of immunoassays, biochemical or molecular biology-based assays.

- Scientist: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or a closely-related field, with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the development of immunoassays, biochemical or molecular biology-based assays; lateral flow assay development experience preferred.

- Transfer Scientist: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or a closely-related field, with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in the development of immunoassays, biochemical or molecular biology-based assays; lateral flow assay development and manufacturing transfer experience preferred.

- Knowledge of/familiarity with IVD device product development under design