Assay R&D Scientist

Job Title: Assay R&D Scientist

Location: Boston, MA

Who we are: 

Spun out of Stanford and MIT, Stellaromics is an innovative biotech startup founded in 2022 and located in Boston, MA. Our pioneering proprietary technology helps researchers and clinicians create comprehensive cellular maps enhancing our understanding of various diseases, with our flagship product STARmap and upcoming Pyxa™ suite of products. We have a passionate management team and committed investors who believe in our patented technology and overall mission to profoundly advance biomedical research and accelerate the discovery of life-saving treatments.

Responsibilities:

• Developing and optimizing assay and consumables/reagent for our cutting-edge Pyxa^TM suite of products.
• Designing and conducting critical experiments to initiate and validate the use of Stellaromics products, with a focus on applications in pharmaceutical applications.
• Getting key feedback from internal marketing and technical teams on user adoption to optimize the products.
• Data interpretation based on spatial transcriptomics data, tranlatomics data, immune-staining data and H&E staining.
• Communication with both industrial and academic customers and collaborators to provide best-in-class products. 
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned by management

Qualifications: 

·       Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Biomedical Engineering or Cell and Molecular Biology.

·       Strong biochemistry, molecular biology, and microscope imaging foundation.

·       Hands-on experience with instrumentation, assays, and analysis software.

·       Team player who can effectively integrate internal and field-based activities across functions to support customer requirements.

·       Must be a self-starter and able to learn new technology quickly.

·       Outstanding communication and organizational skills.

·       Experience with in situ RNA detection or immunostaining/IHC is required.

·       Being able to work onsite fulltime.

Compensation:

An attractive compensation and benefits package based on market pay data will be commensurate with candidate skills, qualifications, and experience.

If you are interested in becoming part of a growing team energized by limitless possibilities, please submit your resume for consideration. To learn more about Stellaromics and our technology, please visit our website at www.stellaromics.com. Stellaromics is an Equal Opportunity Employer striving to build an inclusive and diverse workplace culture.