JOB TITLE:

Scientist, Development

RESPONSIBLE TO:

R&D Project Manager

GENERAL DUTIES:

- Bring new products to market and conduct novel enzyme immunoassay (EIA) research and development projects for the detection of drugs of abuse urinalysis, oral fluid testing, and therapeutic drug management (TDM) testing to obtain FDA 510(k) clearance and CLIA categorizations

- Establish internal LZI Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS) process
* Additional duties may be added as the need arises.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

- Perform all Development Associate Level I, II, and III duties at a high level
- Perform studies for high priority collaboration projects to new analyzers
- Trouble-shoot all areas of assay development in collaboration with multidisciplinary departments (e.g. Technical Support, Quality Control, Production, Immunology, and Organic Chemistry) and conduct independent research studies to address company needs

- Research and justify assay specifications (such as target range, cross-reactivity profile, and toxicity) for novel TDM, Urinalysis, and Oral Fluid projects

- Research, design and develop studies that comply with FDA guidance and regulations, including creating specifications for novel TDM projects

- Establish internal LZI Liquid Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS) process and perform validations

- Train additional staff as needed on EIA Assay Development, LC/MS process, and other areas as necessary

- Generate independent research and relate results in conference presentations and collaborate with academic researchers in discussion of results

- Generate independent studies that enhance the growth of LZI’s product portfolio
* Additional duties may be added as the need arises

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

- Ph.D. in biology or chemistry related field or equivalent (4+ years of R&D laboratory experience)
- Knowledge and experience with immunoassay research is a plus
- Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
- Excellent writing skills
- Proficient with Internet/e-mail, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint programs are required
- Able to work in the cold room periodically, which is kept at 2 – 8°C (35.6 – 46.4°F)

* After hiring, required to provide a vaccination record and confirm current Hepatitis B status and COVID-19 vaccination status

Lin-Zhi International, Inc. is committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment that reflects the society and communities in which we are located. We are committed to diversity and actively seek out applicants from groups facing systemic inequities in the biotech world.

Lin-Zhi International, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically welcome and accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religious creed, color, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition as defined under State law, disability, genetic information, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state, and/or local laws and ordinances.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What is your home address?
• Are you willing to work on-site at our Santa Clara Office? If so, how long would your commute be? (Please note that we strongly prefer applicants with a commute under 50 miles.)
• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status, etc.)?
• What start date works for you?
• Please provide us with the name, phone number, and email address of your 3 best references.
• Do you have a gmail account? You may be required to log in to google for a skills test.
• What is your familiarity with MS Office? Please rank on a scale of 1-10 (10 being the highest).
• Are you vaccinated for COVID-19?
• Do you have the booster shot for COVID-19?
• If you do not have the booster shot, do you have any reservations about getting the COVID-19 booster?
• Are you aware that the wage rate is $80,000 - $100,000 per year for this position?

Do you know we do not provide any relocation assistance or reimbursement?

• How long do you see yourself working with LZI? In addition, please describe your long-term career plans or goals.
• Please answer BOTH questions.

This is a full-time, exempt, on-site position. Would you be able to work 40 hours a week on-site?

Will you be able to work nights and weekends if the job requires you to?

• LZI is a small company with 54-58 employees. Why did you apply to work at LZI? What makes LZI's work compelling to you? Please answer these questions as fully as possible.

Work Location: One location

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