Job Description

Reporting directly to the Director, Scientific Affairs, the Associate plays a key role in the design and development of new bioLytical rapid point of care tests. Working collaboratively within project groups, the Associate will plan and carry out necessary activities, problem solve, and drive execution towards project goals and department plans.

ABOUT BIOLYTICAL

BioLytical is a rapidly growing biomedical company. The company's vision is to develop innovative rapid diagnostic test to help fight several diseases around the world. The company aims to be vertically integrated, producing in house all the materials required for the testing device, from recombinant protein production to the final kit. Thus, bioLytical is looking for people eager to build and help shape the company of the future.


bioLytical Laboratories Inc. is a privately-owned Canadian company focused on the research, development and commercialization of rapid in-vitro medical diagnostics using its proprietary INSTI technology platform. bioLytical has won several local and industry awards, including BC Exporter of the Year in 2019 and the Globe and Mail's Fastest Growing Companies list in 2020. We have been named Lifesciences BC's Growth Stage Med Tech Company of the Year and have been featured on BC's Fastest Growing Companies six years in a row. bioLytical moved to a significantly larger, state-of-the-art facility in Richmond in 2020 to accommodate the extraordinary growth achieved through our team.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

Research and understand the role of proposed new products to be added to the bioLytical product portfolio Research and provide input into design requirements for new products Translate design requirements into documented design verification and validation test plans Execute design verification and validation test plans Assist with executing verification and validation studies Design and execute required stability studies Troubleshoot test results and design challenges Participate in risk management activities related with the product under development Translate design outputs into procedures, testing methods and quality control release criteria Analyze and summarize data, write reports and contribute to design history files during project development Assist with providing data for meta-analysis white papers and publishing of peer review papers Assist in other Research and Development, Technical Operations, and Product Support activities, as required Assist with training of laboratory or other related personnel

WHAT YOU BRING

Master's or Bachelor's degree in a life sciences discipline, preferably in biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology, medical technology, biology, chemistry, or related science. Minimum 2 years' experience in a research or clinical laboratory Industrial experience and protein biochemistry experience an asset Knowledge of or experience with GLP, GMP work preferred Experience in a BSL2 laboratory an asset Experience of 5S/Lean 6 Sigma an asset Excellent interpersonal skills, oral communication skills, and written communication skills are required Must be able to work independently following a brief orientation and training period Must have strong analytical and technical writing skills Excellent computer skills (MS Office, Access, Excel) Organized and detail-oriented Must be able to work with blood and blood-borne pathogens A go-getter that thrives in high energy environments

WHAT WE OFFER

A competitive compensation package Extended health benefits including dental - 100% employer contribution Flexible working hours Paid sick days Bonus day off with pay on your birthday every year! Full-size in-house fitness gym and shower facilities Complimentary reserved parking Opportunity to work with industry experts who are motivated and passionate about what they do but know how to have some fun A chance to show off your dance moves and singing voice at the company parties and jump in to score a victory or lead the way in our outdoor games at the summer barbeques The opportunity to join an 'off the charts' foodie culture in our large kitchen and try out your favourite recipes or enjoy the culinary delights as they hit the share table
The annual base salary for this job ranges from:


$50,000-$55,000


bioLytical's pay range is based on multiple factors including experience, education, job-related skills, and equity within the team or organization.

CORE VALUES

INNOVATION

in what we do, how we do it and how we think: Contributes new ideas, challenges the status quo, takes the initiative on projects.

NEVER SAY NEVER

: Stays engaged until the goal is reached or project is completed. Overcomes barriers. Cares so much about the task at hand that the impossible is made possible.

SENSATIONAL

to our clients, to our partners, to each other: Spirited team player, who adapts to new situations quickly and is beyond reliable.

TAKES OWNERSHIP

of goals, decisions, actions, and results: Arrives on time and prepared, leads by example, follows through on commitments.

INSPIRED

to excel: Demonstrates a passion for INSTI, our people and our projects. Is not complacent, shares knowledge freely, exhibits awareness of self, their surroundings, and the business.


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