R&D Product Development Scientist at IDEXX

Ideal for a scientist with a master’s degree and five to seven years of experience in biochemistry, physical chemistry, or biomedical engineering. You have a ba

Work type: onsite

Location: Westbrook, ME

Salary: $90,000/yr

Type: Full-time

Summary

Ideal for a scientist with a master’s degree and five to seven years of experience in biochemistry, physical chemistry, or biomedical engineering. You have a background in immunoassay development and are ready to apply statistical rigor to laboratory studies. **What makes it worth a look...** IDEXX offers a salary starting at $90,000 per year plus an annual cash bonus for this on-site role in Westbrook, Maine. You receive comprehensive health benefits starting on your first day and a 5% 401k match. **You might be a good fit if you...** * Have professional experience with statistical software like JMP, R, Python, or Minitab. * Understand Six Sigma tools for evaluating experimental performance. * Can apply data simulation techniques like Monte Carlo or probabilistic modeling. * Possess hands-on experience in standard laboratory practices for assay characterization.

Job Description

We are seeking an R&D Product Development Scientist who is a highly analytical and scientifically curious with strong data analysis skills. This role blends computational analysis with hands on experimental work, supporting assay design, performance characterization, and data driven decision making throughout the IDEXX product development lifecycle.

## What Will You Do?

• Participate in the design and execution of laboratory studies to characterize assay performance metrics.

• Apply foundational statistical techniques: regression, ANOVA, variance component analysis —under the guidance of senior statisticians and scientists.

• Support the development and maintenance of error models that characterize measurement variability, instrument uncertainty, and assay performance. Assist in identifying sources of measurement and process error and help quantify their impact.

• Calculate and maintain statistical control limits (LoD, LoQ, precision estimates) and contribute to SPC chart development and monitoring.

• Create clear data visualizations and summaries for technical and non-technical audiences

• Maintain well-organized documentation of methodologies and results to support audits, regulatory submissions, and knowledge sharing.

• Build domain expertise in immunoassay development and new product development processes over time

• Bachelor’s degree with 7-10  years of experience or Master’s Degree with 5-7 years of experience in Physical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related discipline

• Experience with immunoassay development and standard laboratory practices.

• Familiarity with Six Sigma tools to critically evaluate, interpret, and summarize data.

• Experience with statistical software such as JMP, R, Python, or Minitab.

• Familiarity with data simulation techniques (Monte Carlo, random sampling, probabilistic modeling).

• Excellent verbal, technical writing, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to maintain accurate and clear documentation. Strong proficiency with MS Office.

• Salary range starting at $90,000 based on experience

• Opportunity for annual cash bonus 

• Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day-One 

• 5% matching 401k 

• Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more 

## Why IDEXX?

We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, our team members help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, ensure safe drinking water for billions, and help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease.

We have customers in over 175 countries and a collaborative global workforce. Our culture is one that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you’ll be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Knowing our work has a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of pets and people is what motivates us every day. If meaningful work and a sense of purpose are at the top of your list, you’ll find it here.

Let’s pursue what matters together. 

## About the job location:

If you’re thinking about relocating for this role, here are a few things to know about living in Maine (often called “Vacationland”). The Westbrook, ME area provides great access to active downtown areas and the outdoors, with the coast and numerous mountains and hiking trails nearby. You’ll also find a number of large companies like ours in the area, creating a vibrant work culture.

You can learn more on the Portland tourism website:  [https://www.visitportland.com/visit/resources/moving-to-maine/](https://www.visitportland.com/visit/resources/moving-to-maine/)

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