Research Associate II (Clinical Chemistry)

Location: Hybrid position based in Irvine, California, United States; the employee must live within commuting distance of the office.

Salary: $70,310–$95,400 estimated annual base salary, plus eligibility for a variable annual bonus.

Company

hirify.global develops, manufactures, and markets research and clinical diagnostic products, supporting scientific discovery and healthcare.

What you will do

• Support new product development through routine testing, experimental pilots, data compilation and analysis, and maintenance of R&D laboratory instrumentation.
• Develop moderate to complex product formulations and modifications while maintaining design control and CAPA compliance.
• Lead root cause investigations and design and execute stability studies to evaluate product performance.
• Serve as a technical resource for assigned products and collaborate with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, Marketing, RA/QA, QC, and R&D.
• Prepare clear protocols and reports and present study results to R&D and cross-functional stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in biology, chemistry, or a related life science field.
• 2+ years of laboratory research experience with hands-on exposure to basic experimental techniques.
• Strong understanding of scientific principles and experimental design, with the ability to follow established protocols and maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot experimental design problems and propose solutions and additional experimentation plans to meet technical objectives.
• Ability to work independently and manage and execute scientific experiments in a timely manner.
• Proficiency with standard laboratory equipment and basic data analysis tools such as Excel.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work environment with collaborative R&D and cross-functional teams.
• Medical plans, HSA funds, fertility benefits, life and disability coverage, and paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with profit sharing, employee stock purchase program, paid time off, pet insurance, and wellness support.
• Learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief, and Employee Resource Groups.
• Equal Employment Opportunity employer welcoming candidates of all backgrounds.