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Genotix Biotechnologies is a venture-backed early-stage biotech startup based in Sunnyvale, CA. The company is developing innovative immunoassay technologies that push the envelope in protein detection capabilities while drastically reducing the cost and simplifying workflow.

Genotix is assembling a team of experienced professionals dedicated to build the next frontier protein detection platform for research and clinical applications. The company is founded by a seasoned entrepreneur with a track record of successful exit of commercial-stage diagnostic products.

The Role

We're looking for candidates with extensive experiences in developing and optimizing immunoassays or other bioanalytical assays for research and/or clinical applications.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize immunoassay protocols to improve assay performance, such as sensitivity, dynamic range and robustness.

• Explore new application areas and expand Genotix’s test menus.

• Interact with research and/or clinical customers, review data, write/edit reports.

• Help establish and maintain quality control measures for R&D and manufacturing.

Qualifications

We're looking for candidates with experience developing and optimizing immunoassays or other bioanalytical assays for research and/or clinical applications.

Required

• MS degree or higher (PhD preferred) in life science related fields (biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, chemical engineering, chemistry or other relevant degrees).

• 3+ year experience in assay development in a commercial setting including:

• Solid understanding and knowledge of immunoassays and bioassays.

• Hands-on experience designing, running, optimizing ELISAs and similar biochemistry lab protocols.

• Experience in optimizing and improving the sensitivity of commercial immunoassays.

• Expertise in protein chemistry, buffers, detergents and conjugation chemistries.

• Experience in sourcing immunoassay reagents (proteins, buffers etc.).

• Proven problem solving and troubleshooting capabilities.

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and documentation and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Experience in developing microparticle based immunoassays.

• Experience with protein conjugation and labeling chemistry and protocols.

• Experience working with reagent providers.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your resume to: hr@genotixbio.com

We offer benefits and equity and are an equal opportunity employer. Salary and equity compensation to be determined based on experience.

Genotix Biotechnologies is seeking a highly motivated individual for the full-time position of Senior Scientist - Surface Chemistry. Outstanding candidates will be considered as the Manager or Director title. The candidate will be an experienced scientist to join the assay development team to be the champion for novel nanoparticle synthesis, surface modification, bio-conjugation, and assay buffer formulation. This role will be involved in all aspects of the product development processes including designing, initiating, testing, troubleshooting, validating, improving, process and material transferring, and product launching. The successful candidate will have strong hands-on skills in organic or inorganic particle synthesis, surface functionalization and characterization techniques of nano/micro particles, assay development, and methods for studying interactions between biomolecules and surface.

Responsibilities

• Work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team and lead the development of novel surface functionalized micro or nanoparticles

• Design, develop, test, and optimize micro/nano particle products

• Characterize properties of particles using microscopy, spectroscopy, surface energy, and particle size analysis etc.

• Perform and optimize bioconjugation on micro/nano particles to improve assay performance

• Develop procedures and quality control processes for manufacturing particle products

• Document all procedures, results, and activities in accordance with good documentation practices and ISO quality compliance

• Transfer materials and processes from product development to manufacturing

• Perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• B.S., M.S. or Ph.D. in colloidal chemistry, polymer chemistry, surface chemistry, emulsion polymer, nano science and technology, or a related field

• 3+ years of experience in micro/nano particle preparation

• Demonstrated success in developing surface chemistry on micro/nano particles and polymer functionalization and modifications

• Hands on experience in surface characterization techniques including DLS, zeta potential, optical microscopy, and spectroscopy

• Extensive experience with bioconjugation of targeting molecules (e.g, proteins) to surfaces or particles

• Strong knowledge of particle-to-particle interaction

• Experience with development and/or validation of bioassays is a plus

• Excellent skills in record keeping and documentation

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Attention to details and desire to work in a fast-paced startup environment

About Genotix

Genotix Biotechnologies (http://www.genotixbio.com/) is a venture-backed early-stage biotech startup based in Sunnyvale, CA. The company is developing innovative immunoassay technologies that push the envelope in protein detection capabilities while drastically reducing the cost and simplifying workflow.

Genotix is assembling a team of experienced professionals dedicated to build the next frontier protein detection platform for research and clinical applications. The company is founded by a seasoned entrepreneur with a track record of successful exit of commercial-stage diagnostic products.

Genotix Biotechnologies is seeking a detail oriented and highly motivated individual for the full-time position of Research Associate or Senior Research Associate. This position is responsible for supporting immunoassay research and products development. The Research Associate will be involved in all aspects of the product development processes including designing, initiating, testing, troubleshooting, validating, process and material transferring, and product launching. This position is a great opportunity for gaining working experiences in a fast-paced biotech industrial environment.

Responsibilities

• Work independently and with team members to perform routine and specialized assay procedures

• Conduct iterations of process improvements to optimize assay performance

• Participate in experimental design, data analysis, troubleshooting, and quality control efforts.

• Prepare reports and summaries of experiments

• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment

• Document all activities in accordance with good documentation practices and ISO quality compliance

• Support transfer of materials and processes from product development to manufacturing

Qualifications

• BA/BS or MS degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field

• 2+ years of relevant laboratory experience in industry or academia

• Experience in IHC, western blots, ELISA, or other immunoassays, together with general knowledge of biological sciences

• Experience with preparation and handling of reagents, buffers, and biological samples

• Experience with development and/or validation of bioassays is a strong plus

• Excellent skills in record keeping and documentation

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Attention to details and desire to work in a fast-paced startup environment

About Genotix

Genotix Biotechnologies (http://www.genotixbio.com/) is a venture-backed early-stage biotech startup based in Sunnyvale, CA. The company is developing innovative immunoassay technologies that push the envelope in protein detection capabilities while drastically reducing the cost and simplifying workflow.

Genotix is assembling a team of experienced professionals dedicated to build the next frontier protein detection platform for research and clinical applications. The company is founded by a seasoned entrepreneur with a track record of successful exit of commercial-stage diagnostic products.