Job Title: Lab Associate Bench Scientist - II (Lab Based)
Location: Pearl River, NY 10965
Duration: 12 Months (Possibility of extension depending upon business requirements and performance)
 
Role Overview:

• This is a laboratory based role supporting assay development activities.
• The ideal candidate will be slightly above entry level, with hands on laboratory experience and strong interpersonal skills.
• This is not a QC lab role; work will involve novel and evolving methods, requiring adaptability and a strong learning mindset.

 
Must?Have Technical Skills:

• Hands on experience running ELISA assays
• Experience with MSD platform preferred (ELISA experience acceptable if MSD is not available)
• Strong basic laboratory skills, including:
• Pipetting
• Buffer preparation
• General lab techniques and documentation
• Ability to follow experimental protocols and ask appropriate scientific questions

 
Preferred/Plus Skills:

• Experience with assay development concepts (e.g., antibody titration, optimization, sub saturating conditions)
• Experience preparing and characterizing reagents:
• Antibody biotinylation
• HABA assay or equivalent techniques
• Familiarity with laboratory automation (e.g., Hamilton, Integra, or similar systems)
• Experience using or exposure to LIMS / electronic lab notebooks
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Familiarity with AI tools (e.g., Copilot) is a plus

 
Experience Level:

• Targeting 2–4 years of relevant lab experience

 
Open to:

• Recent Master’s graduates with hands?on lab experience
• Early career candidates who are eager, adaptable, and motivated
• Not a senior scientist role; candidate must be willing to perform day to day bench work

 
Soft Skills (Critical):

• Strong communication skills
• Team oriented, positive attitude
• Adaptable and “change agile” (projects and priorities may shift quickly)
• Open to learning and feedback
• Comfortable working in a highly collaborative, supportive team environment

 
Interview Process:

• Initial phone screen
• Virtual or on site team interviews with multiple team members
• Final discussion with hiring manager (and leadership as needed)

 
Additional Notes for Suppliers:

• Candidate must be comfortable in a fast changing R&D environment
• Automation experience is a strong differentiator
• Cultural fit and attitude are equally important as technical skills

 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 40.00/hr.