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Senior Assay Development Scientist Jobs in Indiana

Provide oversight in development of proprietary algorithms to build customized solutions that go beyond standard industry tools and lead to innovative solutions. * Develop advanced visualization of ...

Provide oversight in development of proprietary algorithms to build customized solutions that go beyond standard industry tools and lead to innovative solutions. * Develop advanced visualization of ...

We are seeking Senior Scientist - Biotransformation to join IQVIA Laboratories at Indianapolis, IN ... development, metabolite profiling, and data interpretation. Collaborate with scientific teams to ...

Research Scientist Senior

Indianapolis, IN ยท On-site

$94K - $120K/yr

Research Scientist Senior Research Scientist Senior This role requires associates to be in-office ... Leads the proposal development process, project pricing, and project milestone forecasting.

Research Scientist Senior

Indianapolis, IN ยท On-site +1

$94K - $120K/yr

Research Scientist Senior Research Scientist Senior This role requires associates to be in-office ... Leads the proposal development process, project pricing, and project milestone forecasting.

Provide oversight in development of proprietary algorithms to build customized solutions that go beyond standard industry tools and lead to innovative solutions. * Develop advanced visualization of ...

Senior Scientist - TSMS

Indianapolis, IN ยท On-site

$87K - $119K/yr

The Sr. Scientist is responsible for providing technical support to achieve the reliable and ... Build and maintain relationships with development and central technical organizations. * Ensure ...

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How much do senior assay development scientist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior assay development scientist in Indiana is $105,190.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,100.00 and $118,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a senior assay development scientist do?

A Senior Assay Development Scientist designs, optimizes, and validates biochemical or cell-based assays for research, diagnostics, or drug development. They lead assay development projects, troubleshoot technical challenges, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Their role often includes analyzing experimental data, ensuring assay reproducibility, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Additionally, they mentor junior scientists and contribute to scientific publications or regulatory submissions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior assay development scientist?

A Senior Assay Development Scientist should possess advanced expertise in assay design, validation, and troubleshooting, supported by a degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field. Familiarity with laboratory automation platforms, high-throughput screening technologies, and software for data analysis such as Prism or SoftMax Pro is typically required. Strong project management, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills enhance effectiveness in leading projects and collaborating across departments. These skills are crucial for delivering robust, innovative assays that meet regulatory standards and support critical research or product development goals.

What are the typical challenges faced by a senior assay development scientist and how do they overcome them?

Senior Assay Development Scientists often encounter challenges such as optimizing assay sensitivity and specificity, troubleshooting inconsistent results, and meeting tight project timelines. To overcome these, they rely on deep scientific knowledge, rigorous method validation, and effective collaboration with other scientists, engineers, and quality assurance teams. Staying up to date on the latest technologies and regulatory requirements also helps address technical and compliance-related hurdles. By fostering open communication and drawing on multidisciplinary expertise within their teams, these professionals develop innovative solutions and ensure high-quality outcomes.

What are the most commonly searched types of Assay Development Scientist jobs in Indiana?

The most popular types of Assay Development Scientist jobs in Indiana are:

What cities in Indiana are hiring for Senior Assay Development Scientist jobs?

Cities in Indiana with the most Senior Assay Development Scientist job openings:

Infographic showing various Senior Assay Development Scientist job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,190 per year, or $50.6 per hour.

Pre - Certifying Scientist - Indianapolis (6057)

TECHNICAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT LLC

Indianapolis, IN โ€ข On-site

$24/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

We are seeking a self-motivated Pre-Certifying Lab Technician to join our Lab Operations team in Indianapolis, IN. In this role you would be responsible for loading samples analyzing initial results of various drug testing analyses, following procedures for handling inconsistent or indeterminable results, and preparing documentation to align with chain of custody requirements. This role also performs maintenance on platforms used for confirmatory results including but not limited to: preparation of solutions, troubleshooting, cleaning, and additional maintenance.

Shift: Four weekdays plus every Saturday.ย  Shift times may vary and will be discussed during the interview process

Pay:

Shift Differential:ย Additional $2.00/hour for hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM

Hourly:ย Phase I $22.00 per hour (Loading /Verifying)

ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย ย ย Phase II $24.00 per hour (Start Certifying)

Salary: Phase III $55,000ย (Can certify half of our assays)

ย  ย  ย  ย  ย  ย ย ย ย  ย Phase IIII Final sign off $60,000 Salaryย 

Primary Responsibilities

  • Loading prepared samples onto confirmation equipment
  • Initial review of confirmation data from Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometer (LC/MS/MS) instrumentation
  • Provide feedback to maintenance team on assay integrity and performance
  • Perform start up and daily maintenance of LC/MS/MS equipment
  • Perform minor troubleshooting of LC/MS/MS equipment as needed
  • Applies knowledge and skills to produce quality work and facilitate meeting turnaround time goals
  • Responsible for meeting minimum productivity requirements
  • Directs efforts towards production areas that need assistance
  • Assist with new technology
  • Collaborate with co-workers, managers and other supervisors to solve work-related problems within or between departments; answering and resolving questions/issues daily
  • Follow work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals, respond to fluctuating workloads, and improve quality and productivity of laboratory operations

Qualifications

  • Possess a bachelorโ€™s degree in a science field (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Pre-med (Biomed), Forensics & Toxicology), required
  • Experience as a senior lab tech or analysis, preferred
  • Knowledge of Agilent Laboratory Information Systems software, preferred
  • Data entry skills via a keyboard (alpha and numeric) required
  • Strong eye-hand coordination
  • Ability to handle a high-volume environment while maintaining the highest level of quality, required

Benefits

Cordant supports our employees by providing a comprehensive benefits package to eligible staff (per state regulations) that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Paid Time Off (PTO) accruing on day 1, Volunteer Time Off (VTO), Paid Holidays, 401(k) with Company Match, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Short Term and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD) and Company Paid Basic Life Insurance.