Scientist, Assay Development

Position Summary

The Scientist, depending on qualification, will work in assay development from assay design to verification and providing scientific leadership, and acts as a subject matter expert. The Scientist is responsible for developing, optimizing assays, and engaging in product development, including verification and validation activities under design control. You will author, review, and edit SOPs, study protocols, reports and other documentation as needed. She/he is expected to work independently and have a hands-on attitude, and at the same time is able to work closely with members of the assay development team.

The Scientist will be responsible for developing, mentoring, and managing a team of Research Associates.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for developing and drafting SOPs, test plans, protocols, reports and keep thorough records of performed experiments and data. Conduct planning and execution of experiments and data analysis to achieve goals according to deadlines.
• Responsible for ensuring the complete and accurate recording of all experimental data and for maintaining the highest quality and integrity.
• Responsible for consolidating data and preparing presentations for technical reviews. Present results to stakeholders across the company as needed.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and support in the lab for Research Associates.
• Maintain excellent levels of housekeeping, safety and environmental standards within the laboratory.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in a relevant discipline such as Molecular Biology, Molecular Microbiology, Biochemistry, or A Master's degree with 5 or more years of experience in infectious disease molecular diagnostic industry. Extensive knowledge and experience in molecular biology, nucleic acid amplification and extraction methods.
• Substantial hands-on knowledge of molecular biology with an emphasis in nucleic acid extraction from different organisms and sample types, and nucleic acid amplification technology are a must. Additionally, experience with isothermal amplification technologies is ideal.
• Good problem-solving skills and can adopt new methods quickly.
• Good understanding and experience in Design Control and developing NAAT for point-of-care (POC) is a plus.
• Capable of multi-tasking and working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment is also highly desirable. Working independently and at the same time being a team player with a positive attitude is required.
• A proven track record of delivering in-industry settings as reflected by publications, patents, and/or successful development of NAAT products is desirable.
• Excellent bench skills, written and verbal communication skills are required.

This position is based in either Chicago, IL or Redwood Shores, CA.