Associate Scientist - Clinical & Analytical Development

About You:

You are a detail-oriented Associate Scientist with 2-3 years of industry or academic experience in clinical or analytical research and development, ideally in diagnostics, biotech, or a related life sciences setting. You’re comfortable executing experiments, analyzing data, and documenting work to high standards following good laboratory practices (GLP,GDP and GMP). You enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams and are eager to contribute to assay development, verification, and clinical sample workflows in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Design, optimize, and validate clinical chemistry assays, immunoassays, or cell-based assays using various techniques and relevant methods.

• Execute experiments and analytical studies to support assay development, optimization, and verification for clinical chemistry, immunoassays, and hematology assays.

• Adapt assays for seamless integration into automated platforms ensuring robust performance and reliability.

• Prepare and analyze clinical and research samples, ensuring proper handling, labeling, and documentation throughout the experimentation

• Perform data analysis using spreadsheets and basic statistical tools; summarize results clearly in reports and presentations for scientists and cross-functional partners.

• Support method development, transfer, and validation activities, including generating and reviewing protocols, raw data, and reports.

• Maintain accurate, traceable and complete laboratory records, notebooks, and electronic data in alignment with GDPLP/GMP and applicable quality standards.

• Perform data analysis using spreadsheets and basic statistical tools; summarize results clearly in reports and presentations for scientists and cross-functional partners.

• Support method development, transfer, and validation activities, including generating and reviewing protocols, raw data, and reports.

• Maintain accurate, traceable and complete laboratory records, and electronic data in alignment with GDPGMP and applicable quality regulatory standards (e.g. FDA and CLIA) .

• Assist with troubleshooting assay performance issues, identifying root causes, and proposing data-driven next steps.

• Contribute to the preparation and review of SOPs, work instructions, and other controlled documents.

• Support calibrator and control material activities, including QC testing, method comparison on reference analyzers, establishing specifications for new lots, and stability studies.

• Collaborate with assigned scientists, engineers, and clinical operations teams to align analytical plans with project goals and timelines.

• Support inventory management of reagents, consumables, and lab supplies relevant to your work.

• Proactively communicate and escalate any experimental risk or blockers to the collaborators.

What You’ll Need:

• BS or MS in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biotechnology, or a related field.

• 3+ years of hands-on industry or academic experience in an analytical, clinical, or assay development role (internships and co-ops in industry settings count).

• Experience with common laboratory techniques (e.g., pipetting, sample prep, blood sample handling, hematology analyzers, flow cytometry, or clinical chemistry assays).

• Familiarity with analyzing and interpreting experimental data, and presenting findings clearly.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, timely documentation.

• Ability to follow protocols and SOPs, work safely in a lab environment, and manage multiple tasks concurrently.

• Good communication and teamwork skills, with a willingness to ask questions and learn quickly.

• Ability to embody and demonstrate GCP and applicable ethics in clinical research

Bonus Points For:

• Experience working with clinical specimens or in a CLIA/CAP or GMP-regulated environment.

• Familiarity with basic statistical concepts and tools (e.g., Excel, GraphPad, or similar).

• Exposure to assay verification/validation, method transfer, or design of experiments (DOE).

• Experience with liquid handling systems or basic automation.

• Interest in diagnostics, point-of-care testing, or integrated instrument–assay platforms.

• An appreciation for puns and contributing to a collaborative, curious team culture.

Why Join Us?

At Vital Bio, you will:

• Help build the analytical and clinical foundation of a new diagnostic platform.

• You’ll work on real patient-impacting assays, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle from development through verification and clinical evaluation.

• You’ll collaborate closely with scientists, engineers, and clinical teams in an environment that values clear data, strong documentation, and thoughtful iteration.

• As we scale, you’ll have the opportunity to deepen your technical skills, take on more ownership, and grow your career alongside a team that’s redefining how diagnostics are delivered.

Compensation will be determined based on the individual’s demonstrated experience, education, training, relevant certifications or licensure, and other applicable business and organizational factors.

This role is a current, onsite vacancy.

About Vital

Vital is revolutionizing point-of-care diagnostics with our VitalOne platform, delivering real-time care wherever patients are. Our mission is to democratize health technology, making healthcare more accessible and proactive.

Our global team of experts spans chemistry, software, engineering, and microfluidics. We thrive on change, operate on trust, and value diverse perspectives. Our growth-minded culture empowers front-line decision-making and fosters impactful work.

We seek tenacious, bold individuals ready to transform healthcare. At Vital, your talent will make a difference as we work to ensure everyone has access to care when and where they need it.

Vital Biosciences Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are therefore happy to accommodate any individual needs in keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation in order to participate in our hiring process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance.