Hims AND Hers
Senior Scientist, R&D - Assay Development
South Plainfield, New Jersey · Senior · Full-time
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 6 days ago
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About the role
- Hims & Hers is seeking a Senior Scientist, R&D to join our growing laboratory organization.
- The ideal candidate is bench-strong, with hands-on experience across the full assay development lifecycle - from feasibility and optimization through verification and validation
- and thrives in a fast-moving, early-stage environment
Responsibilities
- This individual contributor will report to the Director of R&D and work closely to develop and validate diagnostic assays supporting both traditional and at-home testing programs, and support assay implementation into clinical operations.
- Design and execute immunoassay development, optimization, and verification studies including ELISA, chemiluminescent, and multiplex formats
- Apply Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical methodologies to assay optimization and troubleshooting
- Support LC-MS/MS method development and validation for clinical chemistry and hormone analytes
- Evaluate performance characteristics of capillary versus venous specimens, investigate interference, and develop strategies to extend sample stability
- Develop and revise SOPs to support consistent, reproducible laboratory operations
- Support testing on automated chemistry and hematology platforms including Roche Cobas Pro and Sysmex systems, including CBC and whole blood analyte workflows
- Support liquid handling automation workflows for sample processing and high-throughput laboratory operations
- Partner with the Quality team to ensure study designs and documentation meet CAP, CLIA, and applicable regulatory requirements
- Support investigation and resolution of sample rejection issues to improve overall laboratory quality metrics
Compensation
- Competitive salary & equity compensation for full-time roles
Benefits
- Competitive salary & equity compensation for full-time roles
- Unlimited PTO, company holidays, and quarterly mental health days
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental & vision, and parental leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- 401k benefits with employer matching contribution
- We are committed to building a workforce that reflects diverse perspectives and prioritizes ethics, wellness, and a strong sense of belonging.
Equal opportunity
- If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations@forhims.com and describe the needed accommodation.
- Your privacy is important to us, and any information you share will only be used for the legitimate purpose of considering your request for accommodation.
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