Senior Scientist R&D – Women’s Health

Senior Scientist R&D – Women’s Health

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent in molecular biology, genomics, or a closely related discipline
• A minimum of 5 years of industry experience post-Ph.D., or at least 3 years of industry experience following the completion of postdoctoral research

Responsibilities

• Leads research projects to design and demonstrate the feasibility of novel nucleic acid based diagnostic tests
• Defines project plans with stakeholder input and coordinates efforts to achieve milestones within established timelines
• Plans and executes complex laboratory experiments, analyzes data, and applies insights to guide and refine project direction
• Proposes, investigates, and implements innovative solutions to advance research objectives and overcome technical challenges
• Provides regular updates at project team and departmental meetings on project progress, outcomes, and next steps to ensure alignment and transparency

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have hands-on experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS) technologies and sample preparation methods, including DNA/RNA extraction, library preparation, multiplex PCR, and hybrid capture
• Past experience with conceptualizing, prototyping, and advancing NGS assays from initial concept to product development
• Experience developing cfDNA or other nucleic acid based diagnostic tests
• Strong research skills with a track record of designing and implementing innovative and scalable solutions
• Proficient in data analysis and statistical testing using tools such as Excel, R, or Python
• Proven success in partnering with bioinformatics and data science teams to drive project advancement
• Demonstrated ability to write clear project plans, study protocols, and standard operating procedures
• Must have excellent communication, organizational, record-keeping, planning, time management, analytical and problem-solving skills