Microfluidics and Assay Development

Job Summary

Location:

Beverly, MA, conveniently located off route 95/128, within a well-established and vibrant North Shore biotech ecosystem.

RAN Biotech is an innovative and growing company developing solutions to address needs in cutting‑edge technologies, such as Next‑Generation Sequencing (NGS), drug discovery, single cell encapsulation and manipulation and point‑of‑use microbe detection. We are seeking a Molecular Biologist to join our team and contribute to the design, development, and optimization of biological assays on microfluidic systems for life science applications. This is a hands‑on, interdisciplinary position at the intersection of physics, chemistry, biology and engineering, requiring versatility, technical rigor, and a strong collaborative mindset.

• Develop and optimize workflows and biological assays (e.g. single cell assays, PCR) compatible with microfluidic platforms
• Contribute to designing and fabricating microfluidic devices for molecular biology assays
• Contribute to product development and provide technical support to customers as needed
• Establish and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Maintain accurate, detailed laboratory records and regularly report results in internal meetings
• Uphold best practices for lab safety and professional conduct

• BS/MS/PhD in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Material Science or related field
• 2+ years of experience in developing biological assays. Experience in single cell and PCR assays is preferred
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience in microfluidics. Experience in droplet microfluidics is preferred
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask efficiently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in record keeping in laboratory notebooks
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a cross‑functional team
• Self‑motivated, resourceful, and eager to learn and apply new techniques