Program evaluator Jobs in Mississauga, ON

About you:

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Laboratory Technician specializing in immunoassays. You will play a pivotal role in developing and integrating these assays into automated systems. This position on the new assay research team offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking advancements in biotechnology while working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Assay Development: Design, optimize, and validate immunoassays using various techniques and relevant methods.

• Integration: Adapt assays for seamless integration into automated platforms ensuring robust performance and reliability.

• Nanoparticle Conjugations: Follow WIs to successfully and repeatably conjugate a variety of proteinaceous binders on the surface of nanoparticles. Perform characterization of these reaction products to assess quality in the assays.

• Buffer Prep: Follow established WIs and SOPs to produce large volume quantities of a variety of assay buffers for use across the IA teams. Successfully perform QC-release experiments and produce batch records for internal use

• Verification and Validation: Conduct thorough verification and validation studies to assess assay accuracy, precision, sensitivity, specificity, and robustness in various sample types.

• Documentation: Maintain detailed records of experimental protocols, results, and conclusions in compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, CLIA).

• Collaboration: Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to integrate assays into comprehensive workflows that detect priority targets.

• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve technical challenges related to assay performance and integration, ensuring continuous improvement.

• Quality Control: Implement and maintain rigorous quality control measures to uphold assay consistency and reliability.

• Innovation: Stay updated with emerging technologies and contribute innovative ideas to enhance assay development processes and integration strategies.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field.

• 0-2 years of hands-on laboratory experience in academic or industry settings working with immunoassays, and/or cell-based assays.

• Proficiency in molecular biology techniques such as ELISA, gel electrophoresis, SPR, flow cytometry, and other relevant assays.

• Prior experience in handling biological specimens is considered an asset.

• Ability to follow good lab practices and pipetting techniques with high level of manual dexterity

• Ability to follow instructions, protocols or SOPs to conduct experiments using in-house developed instruments and laboratory equipment such as commercial liquid handlers

• Familiarity with MS Word, MS Excel, for data analysis and documentation is required, experience using other relevant tools including EP evaluator and statistical software like PRISM an asset

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues independently.

• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to communicate effectively in supporting a collaborative team environment.

• Experience with regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, CLIA, cGMP, ISO 13485) and quality management systems is advantageous.

• Understand and adhere to company guidelines on code of conduct and lab safety practices to ensure an organized and compliant laboratory environment.

Why Join Us?

At Vital Bio, you will:

• Help develop and integrate assays that sit at the core of our diagnostic platform, directly shaping performance, reliability, and patient impact.

• You’ll work closely with scientists, engineers, and software teams in a fast-paced environment where your hands-on expertise, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills will make a real difference.

The salary range for this position is $40,000-$50,000 annually. Compensation will be determined based on the individual’s demonstrated experience, education, training, relevant certifications or licensure, and other applicable business and organizational factors.

This role is a current, onsite vacancy.

About Vital Bio

Vital is revolutionizing point-of-care diagnostics with our VitalOne platform, delivering real-time care wherever patients are. Our mission is to democratize health technology, making healthcare more accessible and proactive.

Our global team of experts spans chemistry, software, engineering, and microfluidics. We thrive on change, operate on trust, and value diverse perspectives. Our growth-minded culture empowers front-line decision-making and fosters impactful work.

We seek tenacious, bold individuals ready to transform healthcare. At Vital, your talent will make a difference as we work to ensure everyone has access to care when and where they need it.

Vital Biosciences Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are therefore happy to accommodate any individual needs in keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation in order to participate in our hiring process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance

As part of our recruitment process, we may use automated or AI-supported tools to assist with application review and screening. These tools are used to support, not replace, human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are always made by our hiring team.