Senior Scientist, Assay Development

Job Title: Senior Scientist, Assay Development

Job Number: 29920

Location: , 

Job Description

Responsibilities

We are seeking a senior scientist focused on assay development. This role will design and develop molecular diagnostics assays utilizing our CRISPR-based technology. Efficiently design and execute experiments, perform appropriate statistical data analysis, and communicate results and observations effectively both as presentations and QMS-compliant documentation.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Innovate new chemistries for diagnostic applications from ideation to development
• Develop new assays using different clinical matrixes and agents 
• Conduct proof of concept and feasibility of different workflows to develop and improve our CRISPR assays
• Run hands-on experiments and work closely with other members of the team to conduct experiments for sample processing, nucleic acid amplification and CRISPR detection.
• Conduct experimental design, data analysis using Excel, PRISM, JMP or similar, planning and execution of experiments to achieve company goals
• Responsible for ensuring the complete and accurate recording of all experiments and related reports and for maintaining the highest quality and integrity in our research.
• Summarize, present data in internal or external meetings, author reports, white papers etc…
• Maintain excellent levels of housekeeping, safety and environmental standards within the laboratory Provide day-to-day guidance and support in the lab for Research Associates.
• Other duties as required

Required Skills

• PhD Degree in a relevant discipline (Infectious diseases, Molecular Biology, Molecular Microbiology, Biochemistry, etc.)
• Post-graduate plus 3 or 5 years of industry experience and hands-on wet-lab and experimental design experience in the areas of molecular microbiology, virology (with focus on developing NAAT), or related field.
• Hands-on knowledge of molecular biology with an emphasis in nucleic acid extraction, qPCR, RT-qPCR, primer and guide RNA design and troubleshooting. Experience with isothermal amplification technologies is desired.
• Experience working in areas of infectious diseases, molecular biology, virology, bacteriology and working in a BSL2 environment is a plus.
• Ability for critical thinking and troubleshooting to solve technical challenges
• Delivered publications and/or patents in academic and/or industry settings.
• Excellent bench and data analysis skills.
• Experience in Design of Experiments (DOE) is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.