About this opportunity
Proven Recruiting lists this Associate Scientist, Blood processing and Assay development opportunity in milwaukee, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST, Blood processing and Assay Development, Work location is MILWAUKEE, WI, start date 4/20/2026, $30–$42/HR
Interested in hands-on clinical assay work that directly supports patient-impacting diagnostics? Join an innovative biotech organization building a next-generation diagnostic platform, where you’ll work with real clinical samples in a hospital setting, prototype instruments, and cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. This is a 9 month, onsite contract role in Milwaukee with 1-2 week training in Toronto, Canada at the headquarters in April 2026.
Who you are:
BS or MS in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biotechnology, or a related field
2-5+ years of hands-on academic or industry experience in clinical, analytical, or assay development labs
Experience handling clinical samples (blood, urine) and following GLP; CLIA/CAP or GMP exposure is a plus
Prior coding is a plus, not required ie python and / or R.
Valid passport and ability to travel to Canada for required training in April.
What you’ll do:
Execute analytical and clinical experiments supporting assay development, optimization, and verification
Prepare, process, and analyze up to 40–50 clinical blood samples per day across multiple instruments and prototypes
Troubleshoot assay and instrumentation issues, document results, and communicate findings to project teams
Why work here:
Contribute to the development of a new diagnostic platform with real patient impact
Gain exposure to the full assay lifecycle, from development through clinical evaluation
Work onsite with collaborative laboratory technicians, laboratory director and engineers in a weekday schedule (Mon–Fri, :8am–4pm)
Receive hands-on training in Canada and deepen your technical skill set
What does this position pay?
Compensation is determined by several factors which may include skillset, experience level, and education. The expected range for this role is $30–$42 per hour . Please note this range is an estimate and actual pay may vary based on qualifications and experience.
What’s next?
Please email your resume to if you’re excited to explore this opportunity with our client.
We actively support and promote people of various backgrounds, from race, religion, gender to geographical area, university, lifestyle, and personality type. Proven Recruiting is minority-owned, majority women, and is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in the broader community. Apply today!
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Worksite address
milwaukee, WI, 53244, US
Who can apply
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