Principal Scientist, Assay Development

14 hours ago


Stockholm, Sweden IONLACE Full time

We are rebels

IONLACE is a place for rebels. We are building the next generation of biotechnologies that will ultimately impact the life of billions.

You will be joining a team with experience from leading biotechnology companies and institutions across the world. You will be working at the cutting edge of machine learning and synthetic biology. We operate as a fast-paced startup with our office and lab at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm. Join us and build the future.

About the Role

We are seeking a creative and driven Principal Scientist to join our Assay Development team. In this role, you will lead innovative projects that combine biology and technology, driving the development of cutting-edge assays. You will take ownership of projects from conception to completion, ensuring successful outcomes by collaborating with stakeholders across the organization. This role requires a hands-on scientist who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment where we consistently push the boundaries of what’s possible in modern biotechnology.

Responsibilities

1. Design, plan, and execute experiments to develop and optimize novel assays, focusing on antibody-based and high-throughput approaches.
2. Manage end-to-end molecular biology projects, including ideation, wet lab execution, data analysis, and scaling processes for product development.
3. Ensure alignment and seamless integration of assay development goals into broader company objectives.
4. Introduce and refine innovative methodologies, such as advanced immunoassay formats, NGS, and other emerging techniques in assay development.
5. Solve complex scientific and technical challenges by applying creative, first-principles thinking. Develop robust solutions to improve assay performance and scalability.
6. Stay at the forefront of research trends, ensuring that all work adheres to high scientific standards and industry best practices.

Qualifications

1. Must have prior experience in antibody-based proteomics, with a deep understanding of assay development.
2. Hands-on expertise in developing and optimizing antibody-based products, with additional experience in PCR/qPCR being a strong advantage.
3. Familiarity with high-throughput assay development, such as novel immunoassay formats, next-generation sequencing (NGS), or display technologies, is highly desirable.
4. Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively when troubleshooting.
5. Proven ability to communicate effectively and collaborate seamlessly with both technical and scientific teams.
6. Demonstrated capacity to own projects and deliver results in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment.

Benefits

1. Generous equity as part of your total compensation.
2. 30 days vacation and 13 days of public holidays.
3. Premium pension contribution.
4. Large modern lab and office on the beautiful Karolinska Institute campus.

Process

We review all hiring on an ongoing basis, please submit your application as soon as possible. Our team will review your application within 2 weeks.

1. If your application clears the initial review, you will be invited to a 15-minute phone interview, where a team member will ask you some basic questions.
2. If you pass this phone interview, you will proceed to the main selection process, which includes three technical interviews:

1. Two 1-on-1 interviews focusing on technical capabilities and team fit.
2. A team interview, where you will meet more team members and deliver a 20-minute presentation on the most challenging technical problems you have solved to an audience of various technical expertise.

We aim to complete this entire interview process within two weeks. We do not use recruiters for assessments. All interviews will be conducted via Google Meet.

IONLACE is an equal opportunity employer and we actively seek to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of their background.

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