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Research & Development Scientist - Toxicology

Acutis Diagnostics
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About the Role:

The Research & Development Scientist – Toxicology Diagnostics will play a critical role in advancing Acutis’ testing capabilities by refining existing toxicology assays for improved quality, sensitivity, and cost efficiency, while also developing new assays that meet emerging clinical and forensic needs. This role requires deep scientific knowledge, hands-on laboratory expertise, and the ability to translate research findings into validated, scalable diagnostic assays.

 

Job Responsibilities:

Assay Optimization & Refinement

  • 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

 

New Assay Development

  • 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

 

Scientific & Technical Leadership

  • 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

 

Regulatory & Quality Compliance

  • 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

 

Collaboration & Communication

  • 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

 

Salary Range:

  • $65,000 - $75,000/year

 

Requirements:

 

Education:

  • BS or equivalent in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Toxicology, Pharmacology, Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field.

 

Experience:

  • 3–7 years of experience in R&D, method development, or assay validation within a toxicology or clinical diagnostics setting
  • Strong working knowledge of LC-MS/MS assay platforms
  • Experience with calibration, sample prep, extraction methods, and analytical troubleshooting
  • Familiarity with CLIA, CAP, and NYS DOH regulatory standards

 

Work Schedule:

  • 9AM - 5PM EST - varies based on departmental and company needs
  • Onsite at our Hicksville, NY location