Senior Analyst - Cell Based

BioAgilytix • Durham, NC

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About The Position

At BioAgilytix, Senior Analysts turn sound laboratory work into reliable results. The role executes established assays, reviews data, troubleshoots routine issues, and helps keep studies on schedule. The Senior Analyst works with growing independence while collaborating with scientists, project teams, and quality partners. Depending on experience, technical strengths, and hiring-team needs, assignments may focus on sample analysis, assay development, or a combination of laboratory projects.

The position is full-time and non-exempt, with no direct supervisory responsibilities. It is primarily laboratory-based and involves use of appropriate personal protective equipment. Work may involve biological materials, laboratory chemicals, hazardous waste, and other potential irritants. Frequent movement, periods of standing or remaining stationary, repetitive hand movements, bending, crouching, and lifting or moving laboratory equipment and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds are required. Occasional evening, weekend, or holiday work may be needed based on study schedules and business requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum three years of relevant scientific or laboratory experience; an equivalent combination of directly relevant education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Familiarity with some or all of the following immunoassay platforms: ELISA, MSD-ECL, Gyrolab, Alphalisa, Licor, and Luminex.
• Experience preparing samples, performing scientific calculations, reviewing data, and maintaining controlled laboratory documentation.
• Hands-on experience with flow cytometry and cell-based assays.
• Working knowledge of common laboratory techniques, routine instrumentation, and scientific documentation requirements.
• Ability to troubleshoot routine technical issues and recognize when escalation is needed.
• Strong attention to detail when reviewing data, preparing samples, completing calculations, and documenting work.
• Ability to organize multiple priorities and work effectively under changing timelines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present scientific information to laboratory, quality, and project stakeholders.
• Strong computer and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform the physical demands described, including lifting or moving laboratory equipment and supplies weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays as required by study schedules and business needs.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in life sciences or a related scientific discipline.
• Experience training or supporting less-experienced laboratory team members.
• Experience working in a client-driven or regulated laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cell-based assays and related laboratory activities using approved methods and standard operating procedures with limited day-to-day oversight.
• Prepare reagents, standards, controls, samples, and dilution schemes for assigned studies and laboratory activities.
• Review raw data and laboratory records for completeness, accuracy, consistency, and compliance with documentation requirements.
• Prepare routine data summaries, study updates, summary tables, and presentation materials for internal discussions and project meetings.
• Identify and troubleshoot common assay, equipment, workflow, and documentation issues, escalating complex or unusual concerns when appropriate.
• Support peer review of routine assay data, laboratory records, and related documentation.
• Maintain laboratory readiness by monitoring materials, consumables, equipment status, and workspace organization.
• Help onboard and train Analysts on routine laboratory techniques, documentation practices, and standard workflows.
• Communicate study progress, technical risks, and scheduling constraints to supervisors, scientists, and project stakeholders.
• Balance multiple assignments and adjust priorities to meet client-driven timelines.
• Perform other responsibilities based on project and laboratory needs.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, including HDHP with HSA and PPO options.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off: four weeks per year.
• Parental leave.
• Paid holidays: nine scheduled and five floating.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee referral program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior