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Career Opportunities with Nova Biomedical Corporation

Nova Biomedical is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Affinity Action in hiring and promoting women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Nova Biomedical: One Global Brand. One Vision. Together under one name.

Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical, marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world-class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.

Job Summary:

Nova Biomedical is seeking an Associate Scientist to join a multidisciplinary team responsible for the research and development of chemical and biological sensors, assays, and reagents used in clinical analyzers and instrumentation.

Working under general supervision, the Research Associate I will conduct laboratory research using established methodologies, characterize organic compounds, collect and summarize experimental data, and prepare technical reports. This entry-level to early-career position provides an opportunity to develop laboratory expertise while collaborating with senior scientists and cross‑functional teams to meet project timelines and quality requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and development activities within assigned areas under general supervision using established methodologies.
• Support the development of chemical and biological sensors, assays, and reagents for clinical analyzers and instrumentation.
• Perform laboratory experiments involving organic synthesis and related scientific techniques.
• Use analytical techniques such as High-Performance Liquid Chromatography, Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy, and Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry to characterize organic compounds.
• Accurately record, organize, store, summarize, and evaluate experimental information and data.
• Maintain complete and accurate laboratory records in accordance with established documentation practices.
• Develop laboratory skills and familiarity with equipment operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and raw-data collection.
• Prepare samples, reagents, materials, and equipment required for laboratory experiments.
• Identify routine experimental or equipment‑related problems and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Analyze experimental results and communicate observations to senior scientists and project team members.
• Prepare clear and accurate technical reports summarizing methods, results, observations, and conclusions.
• Collaborate with senior scientists and cross-functional groups to meet project timelines and quality requirements.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe laboratory workspace.
• Follow applicable laboratory procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Perform additional job-related duties as assigned.

Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related life science discipline.
• 0 to 2+ years of relevant professional experience.
• Hands‑on laboratory experience in organic synthesis or a related scientific field.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques such as HPLC, FT‑IR, and LC‑MS/MS preferred.
• Ability to perform general laboratory procedures and use laboratory equipment safely and accurately.
• Ability to collect, record, organize, and summarize experimental data.
• Ability to identify routine laboratory problems and recommend potential solutions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate laboratory records.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with laboratory statistical programs preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare technical reports and clearly communicate experimental findings.
• Ability to work under general supervision while completing assigned responsibilities independently.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with senior scientists and cross‑functional project teams.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to support project timelines and quality requirements.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Able to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity required for handling laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Capacity to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Comfort with performing repetitive tasks.
• Willingness to work in a laboratory environment with exposure to chemicals or biological materials.
• Able to use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Occasional bending, reaching, or movement within lab environment.

Why Work for Nova Biomedical

• Competitive 401k company match
• Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• Professional development, engagement and events
• Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
• Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Work Location:

Onsite in Waltham, MA

Targeted Salary Range:

$60,000-$75,000

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

About the Company

At Nova Biomedical, we’re not just building instruments, we’re powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.

Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova’s cutting‑edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO-certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry-trusted diagnostics, we’re setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.

With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we’re building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.

Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission-driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real-world impact on global health.

Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.