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Acutis Diagnostics · 2 months ago

Research & Development Scientist- Toxicology

Hicksville, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$65K/yr - $75K/yr

Acutis Diagnostics is a leading clinical laboratory committed to advancing precision medicine through accurate, timely, and innovative diagnostic testing. The Research & Development Scientist - Toxicology Diagnostics will play a critical role in advancing testing capabilities by refining existing toxicology assays and developing new assays to meet clinical and forensic needs.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedical

Responsibilities

Evaluate and optimize existing LC-MS/MS, immunoassay, and chromatographic assays used in toxicology diagnostics

Enhance assay performance with respect to accuracy, precision, sensitivity, specificity, turnaround time, and cost

Implement improvements that support operational efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards

Design and develop new toxicology assays aligned with clinical demands, testing menus, and emerging drug trends

Conduct feasibility studies, method development, method validation, and technology transfer to clinical operations

Partner with cross-functional teams to support product launches and new diagnostic offerings

Monitor advances in toxicology testing, emerging analytes of concern, and new diagnostic technologies

Maintain deep technical expertise in mass spectrometry, molecular toxicology, and sample preparation techniques

Provide troubleshooting support for complex assay-related challenges

Generate and maintain method SOPs, validation reports, and technical documentation

Ensure all assay development and validation activities align with NYS DOH, CLIA, CAP, and other applicable standards

Support internal audits, inspections, and ongoing quality initiatives

Partner with lab operations, QA/QC, and commercial teams to ensure successful implementation of assays

Present scientific data and proposals to leadership and internal stakeholders

Train laboratory staff on newly developed methods and workflows

Qualification

LC-MS/MSImmunoassayChromatographic assaysMass spectrometryMolecular toxicologySample preparation techniquesScientific communicationTroubleshootingCollaboration