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Sr. Scientist

South San Francisco💼 Full-time💰 $150,000–$150,000🗓 2026-08-13 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead the development, verification, and transfer of NGS-based MRD assays from concept through clinical lab implementation for cancer diagnostics.

Role type

Senior Scientist (NGS Oncology Diagnostics)

Builds

Clinical-grade NGS assays for minimal residual disease (MRD) detection

Domain

Oncology diagnostics, liquid biopsy, NGS

Deliverable

production ML models | product features

Required skills

NGS assay development, wet-lab experimentation, bioinformatics, data analysis (JMP, R, Python), automation workflow design, regulatory compliance (CAP/CLIA), project leadership

Preferred skills

ctDNA/MRD diagnostics experience, library preparation chemistry expertise

Technologies

NGS platforms, LIMS, JMP, R, Python

Responsibilities

Lead assay development and verification; design automation and QC workflows; execute feasibility and optimization studies; author regulatory documentation; troubleshoot complex technical challenges; mentor laboratory personnel

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities

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