Staff Scientist, R&D (Women's Health)

Responsibilities

• Lead projects to create and develop novel nucleic acid based diagnostic tests
• Plan, execute, and optimize feasibility testing and protocol development
• Design and execute moderate to high complexity experiments
• Perform data analysis including statistics and coordinate with bioinformatics teams
• Document research progress under a Quality Management System
• Manage Research Associates and collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Communicate research progress to colleagues and senior management

Requirements

• Ph.D. in molecular biology or a closely related field
• Minimum of 8 years of industry experience (or 2 years post-doc + 6 years industry)
• Experience with NGS and DNA/RNA molecular biology experiments
• Proficiency in designing, executing, and analyzing molecular biology data
• Strong research, innovation, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing NIPT or liquid biopsy tests
• Expertise in PCR, multiplex PCR, qPCR, or digital droplet PCR
• Experience with multiomics, epigenetic/methylation, or cfDNA/RNA
• Background in women’s health molecular diagnostics
• Bioinformatic capabilities, programming (Perl, Python), or SQL experience

Benefits

• Annual performance incentive bonus
• Long-term equity awards
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness and work-life benefits
• Free testing and fertility care benefits