Senior Scientist II

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

Nova Biomedical is a global leader in scientific and analytical solutions for the biopharma and clinical industries, with a strong commitment to innovation. Our Research and Development team focuses on achieving excellence and advancing new technologies. We are currently seeking a Senior Scientist II – Sensor Development with experience in sensor and process development to optimize novel biosensors for next‑generation clinical and biopharma platforms.

• Assist technical lead in building, testing and troubleshooting new sensor chemistry and process.
• Design and optimize ISE sensors for detection of electrolyte in biofluids for both clinical and bio samples.
• Optimize and maximize sensor use life, shelf life and analytical performance.
• Assist in the algorithm development to maximize sensor performance and reduce read time.
• Optimize dispensing process and collaborate with manufacturing engineers to develop robust manufacturing processes and process controls.
• Collaborate with regulatory to develop analytical verification and validation plans.
• Participate in and potentially lead various root cause analysis and troubleshooting for R&D and sustaining projects.
• Provide training to junior scientists and associate scientists, promoting an environment focused on technical excellence and innovation.

• Experienced with the use of PVC, polyurethane, and silicone‑based matrices for ion sensing applications.
• Experienced with planar sensor fabrication and/or thick‑film screen printing, advanced dispensing technologies, and wafer‑level processing methods.
• Proficiency in Excel, Python, Minitab, or JMP for modeling electrochemical systems and visualizing complex datasets.
• Familiarity with design controls under ISO 13485 and FDA QSR 21 CFR Part 820.
• 5+ years of industrial experience in the development of IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic) medical devices, particularly electrochemical sensors.
• Skilled in sensor formulation, dispensing, testing design, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Proven capability to independently design and conduct experiments, perform data analysis, and effectively communicate findings.
• Leadership experience mentoring teams and cross‑functional collaboration in a fast‑paced environment is desired.
• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in Analytical Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering, or related field is required.
• PhD in related field is preferred.

• Ability to remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods in a laboratory or office setting.
• Manual dexterity to handle laboratory instruments, small components, or computer equipment.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to wear PPE (gloves, lab coat, safety glasses, masks, etc.) as required.
• Work Environment:
  Exposure to chemicals/biological materials and medical devices in a laboratory setting under controlled safety protocols.

• 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 our Billerica, Prospect Street facility

Targeted Salary Range: $110,000 – $125,000/year.

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.