About us
Eli is the women's health company making continuous hormone monitoring possible. We empower people to understand their bodies every day and improve their health outcomes across their lives. Hormones are at the core of our health, yet they remain a black box. Eli is on a mission to unlock this box by developing a product that provides real-time and lifelong insights from saliva.
We are a diverse, intentional, and fast-moving team driven by our mission. You will work with a small group of experienced engineers, scientists, and entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of at-home testing by developing and commercializing new technology. Eli is a venture-backed and early-stage startup. You can visit our website or check out recent press articles to learn more about us.
About the role
Eli is looking for a Production Associate. Your primary responsibilities will be to:
Prepare and conduct chemical processing for manufacturing, including reagent preparation, material handling, and batch production, while ensuring consistency and adherence to production protocols.
Perform quality control (QC) checks to verify compliance with specifications and maintain accurate records of batch preparation, QC results, and equipment calibrations.
Assemble product components according to specifications, ensuring efficiency, product quality, and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Quality Management System (QMS) guidelines.
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory and production equipment, following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and optimizing processes to enhance efficiency and product quality.
Manage inventory levels of raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods to support continuous production and minimize downtime.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment through routine maintenance and strict adherence to safety protocols.
Participate in daily and weekly team meetings, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Run troubleshooting experiments, analyze data, and present findings while developing innovative solutions to manufacturing challenges.
Ensure high-quality work and organization while producing large batches at a rapid pace, maintaining excellent wet laboratory and manufacturing etiquette.
About you
You have a Bachelor's in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
You have 1+ years of wet lab experience, including 1+ years of laboratory experience beyond the classroom.
Experience working with various assays (e.g., LFA, ELISA, immunoassays, in vitro diagnostics [IVD], point-of-care diagnostics, rapid diagnostic tests, paper-based sensors, biosensors, microfluidics, bioconjugation, nanoparticle conjugation, and antibody purification).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
Proficiency in data entry and analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Google Drive).
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, regulated environment with shifting priorities and performing repetitive tasks while maintaining high-quality standards.
Capable of lifting up to 30 pounds and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
An asset if you have experience in early-stage startups or fast-paced, high-growth environments.
Experience working with Quality Management Systems (QMS), adhering to work instructions, and accurately completing record forms to ensure compliance and traceability.
If you don’t exactly match the description but still believe you are the right person to join the team, please reach out. We value mindset and character.
Why you’ll love working at Eli
You’ll work with a group of talented and mission-driven people eager to improve women’s health at scale.
You’ll be part of the core team developing and commercializing the first product that collects hormonal data daily and over a lifetime.
You’ll join at the early-stage startup phase and have a wide-reaching impact in a constantly evolving and fast-paced environment.
You’ll be part of a small (<20 people), high-performing, and diverse team where everything you do results in tangible impact and shapes the company’s trajectory.
You’ll be in an environment where people drive their work, think creatively about open-ended problems, and solve them proactively.
You’ll have flexibility over your schedule and vacations. We seek to hire great people, and then give them the autonomy and space they need to achieve their goals.
Although our office and R&D facilities are in Montreal, we have a distributed team. We prioritize asynchronous workflows and minimize meetings to focus on the work itself.
You and your +1 will have unlimited free access to the Bota Bota spa in Montreal to recharge.
How to apply
Sounds like you? Please apply here, with a link to your LinkedIn profile, your resume, and a short note about what you think we should know and why you are excited to join Eli.
Diversity is ingrained in our company DNA. Currently, 80% of Eli's team identify as women and 60% as members of another minority group. As an equal-opportunity employer, we are committed to building a truly inclusive environment.
