A Sr. Research Scientist role in Irvine, CA is now available through Adecco Medical and Science. In this role, you will lead R&D efforts to develop reagents to enable new Biomarker/IVD assays and be responsible for timely product launches. You will develop reagents and assays to enable new capabilities for biological workflows, and transfer technology from R&D to manufacturing. Be challenged and inspired, be a part of the team that makes an impact. This is a direct-hire opportunity starting in February 2025. The work hours are Monday-Friday from 9:00am-6:00pm. The salary range is $40.00-72.00/hr. - this is flexible and negotiable depending on your level of experience. **Responsibilities** •Lead R&D efforts to develop reagents to enable new Biomarker/IVD assays. Examples of reagents include, but not limited to, surface chemistry reagents, critical raw materials (e.g., antibody, antigen, protein, peptides, DNA, RNA) and functionalized microparticles. • Design experiments and research studies to test hypotheses and gather data that will inform the development of new products. Ensure the experiments are well-designed, controlled, and reproducible. • Collect data from experiments and other sources and analyze the data to draw meaningful conclusions. Use statistical and analytical tools to interpret the results. • Conduct thorough literature reviews to understand the state of art in the field and identify gaps that the research can address. • Identify potential areas of innovation and improvement. • Create prototypes of proof-of-concept models to demonstrate the feasibility of new product concepts. • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that the research aligns with the overall product development goals. • Ensure that the work complies with relevant regulations and standards. • Troubleshoot and solve technical challenges that arise during the development process. • Keep detailed records of experiments, results, and research findings for future reference and for meeting regulatory requirements. • Communicate the findings and insights effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Oversee the transfer of new reagents from R&D to Manufacturing. This includes relevant documentation and appropriate quality control (QC) procedures. Support the scale-up of reagent manufacturing. • Provide technical guidance to research associates. Act as a mentor to team members. • Collaborate with suppliers to synthesize custom reagents and characterize reagents using appropriate analytical techniques, as needed. • Be responsible for completing projects and other assignments from upper management on time. **Education** • Ph.D. or MS in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Bioengineering, or related disciplines. **Experience** • Minimum 1-3 years of related industrial experience in IVD R&D for PhD • Minimum 8 years of related industrial experience in IVD R&D for MS • Must be willing to handle human whole-blood, plasma and/or serum samples. **Preferred Skills** • Experience developing IVD and life science reagents. • Bio-conjugation experience - involving the chemical modification and conjugation of proteins, peptides, and nucleic acids. • Experience with protein extraction and isolation a plus. • Proficiency in protein characterization (SDS-PAGE, Western blot, HPLC, etc.) • Proficiency in purification techniques for both macromolecules and small molecules, such as chromatography (IEX, SEC, and affinity). • Fundamental understanding of physical, chemical, and biological phenomena which govern biological assays. • Experience with immunoassay assays and related techniques is a plus. • Rigorous scientist with a record of developing robust, transferrable processes. Data-driven, proficient with the design of experiments (DOE), and statistical analysis. • Ability to thrive in a dynamic company with demanding schedules and deliverables. • Outstanding collaborative, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to clearly articulate ideas, problems, and solutions within a highly interdisciplinary environment. **Benefits** · Life insurance · Health insurance · Dental/vision insurance · 401(k) · Paid time off · Multiple team-building events **Pay Details:** $45.00 to $72.00 per hour Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: + The California Fair Chance Act + Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance + Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers + San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance