CareerPlan

Research Scientist – Molecular Diagnostics

Sunnyvale, CA, usFull-time$150k–$170k2026-11-13 → 2026-11-15
Based in United StatesVisa sponsorship offered

Core

Translate cutting-edge academic research into functional, scalable proof-of-concept technologies in molecular diagnostics and biosensing.

Role type

Senior IC research scientist (molecular diagnostics)

Builds

Novel technologies for molecular sensors and biotechnology

Domain

Biotechnology / Molecular Diagnostics

Required skills

Molecular diagnostics expertise, Electrochemical sensing, Biochemistry, Single-molecule detection, Assay integration, Sample-to-answer cartridge design, Patent filing, Technical documentation

Preferred skills

Experience translating academic ideas into real-world products, Subject matter expertise in biosensors and bioelectronics

Technologies

Microfluidics, Electrochemical systems, Biosensors

Responsibilities

Identify and incubate academic research into scalable proof-of-concept technologies; Lead hands-on development and testing of prototype diagnostic systems; Collaborate with business units and academic partners to transition research to product pipelines; Design and execute advanced experiments for single-molecule detection and assay integration; Protect innovation through patent filings; Serve as a subject matter expert advising multidisciplinary teams on technical feasibility.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC