Concept Assay Scientist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 19, 2026. IDEXX Laboratories scores A on the Alion truth index.
The R&D Discovery and Technology Futures group at IDEXX Laboratories is seeking an innovative Concept Assay Scientist to assist in designing the next generation of IDEXX products. In this highly collaborative role, you will join a group of talented, technically focused individuals working together to deliver paradigm-shifting technologies that enable the development of next generation diagnostic assays. The successful candidate will be innately inquisitive, comfortable with evaluating high-risk/high-reward opportunities, and thrive in multi-disciplinary environments.
Why This Role Matters:
In this role, you will significantly contribute to early-stage ideation and evaluation of innovative assay designs and formats for product extensions across our various product platforms. You will join and work closely with a scientifically diverse team including staff with expertise in biochemistry, synthetic chemistry, and systems engineering to develop transformative assay concepts, translate them into assay embodiments, and determine their feasibility for the detection of exciting new biomarkers coming through our pipeline. The successful candidate will function at this exciting interface, cohesively leveraging the expertise of collaborators with their in-depth technical knowledge of diagnostic assay design to foster innovation and propel advancement in our product pipeline.
In This Role, You Will:
- Design and execute a variety of novel and traditional biomarker assays, including immunoassay (e.g., ELISA and immunofluorescence), enzyme activity, nucleic acid detection, etc.
- Contribute to the design, development, and early-stage feasibility assessment of new assay formats and embodiments.
- Design experiments and new protocols, analyze complex data sets, and troubleshoot around failure modes.
- Communicate data, complex analytical methods, and project impact cross-functionally.
- Collaborate closely with other team members within the group and broader R&D organization to drive results.
What You Need to Succeed:
- Masters or Bachelors (with equivalent experience) in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields.
- Strong technical knowledge of ELISA design and development is required.
- Strong technical knowledge of a variety of immunoassay formats is required.
- Ability to quickly learn new skills and technologies, pivot around new strategies, and prioritize critical experiments to meet timelines.
- Ability to clearly communicate data to a wide range of audiences and convey impact on a broader scale.
What you can expect from us:
- Salary range starting at $90,000 based on experience
- Opportunity for annual cash bonus
- Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day-One
- 5% matching 401k
- Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more
If you’re looking for a role that’ll challenge you, offer a variety of work and learning, while helping an amazing industry, we’d love to hear from you!
Why IDEXX:
We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve since 1983, our team members help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, ensure safe drinking water for billions, and help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease.
We have customers in over 175 countries and a collaborative global workforce. Our culture embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you’ll be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.
If meaningful work and a sense of purpose are at the top of your list, you’ll find it here. Let’s pursue what matters together.
About the job location:
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IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
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