Nova Biomedical: One Global Brand. One Vision. Together under one name.
Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical, marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world-class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.
Job Summary:
The Scientist II is responsible for planning, executing, and analyzing laboratory experiments related to liquid automation, analytical chemistry, and associated technologies. The role contributes to research and development projects through independent technical work, data interpretation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Scientist II personnel apply scientific principles to solve complex technical problems and support product development, validation activities, and technical service initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Experimental Design and Execution
- Plan, execute, document, and analyze laboratory experiments.
- Conduct validations and verifications of liquid handling instrumentation and associated technologies.
- Apply scientific judgment to interpret experimental data and recommend technical decisions.
- Maintain detailed laboratory documentation and data records.
Technical Expertise
- Demonstrate proficiency with laboratory instrumentation, automated liquid handling systems, and liquid verification technologies.
- Apply scientific principles in chemistry, analytical methods, and automation technologies.
- Troubleshoot experimental methods and instrumentation.
Project Contributions
- Contribute to multidisciplinary R&D projects supporting product development and customer applications.
- Recommend technical approaches that support project goals.
- Participate in project teams and contribute to milestone delivery.
Training and Mentorship
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior scientists, interns, and new employees.
- Support knowledge transfer and technical skill development within the team.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Support partner teams including: Production, Manufacturing, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Technical Support, Marketing
- Contribute to application notes, presentations, and technical documentation.
Experience Requirements:
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Scientific communication (written and oral)
- Laboratory experimental design
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Attention to quality and detail
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
- Manual dexterity required for handling laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks.
- Ability to work in a laboratory environment with exposure to chemicals or biological materials.
- Ability to use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Occasional bending, reaching, or movement within lab environment.
Why Work for Nova Biomedical
- Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
- Competitive 401k company match
- Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Generous Tuition reimbursement
- 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: Hybrid work schedule on-site in Westbrook, ME, 4 days/week on-site
Targeted Salary Range: $75000 - $95000/year
Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.
About the company
At Nova Biomedical, we’re not just building instruments, we’re powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.
Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova’s cutting-edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO-certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry-trusted diagnostics, we’re setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.
With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we’re building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.
Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission-driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real-world impact on global health.
Explore what’s next with us at novabiomedical.com or aicompanies.com
EEO Statement:
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.
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