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NGS Senior Scientist 1

Chicago💼 Full-time💰 $95,000–$95,000🗓 2026-08-04 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead development and validation of new molecular assays and laboratory processes for deployment in clinical laboratories to support precision medicine.

Role type

Senior Scientist (Assay Development & Validation)

Builds

High-throughput clinical laboratory workflows and molecular assays

Domain

Healthcare / Molecular Biology / Clinical Diagnostics

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

assay development, assay validation, experimental design, troubleshooting, SOP creation, data interpretation, laboratory process improvement, mentorship, automation support

Preferred skills

DNA/RNA extraction, NGS library preparation, hybrid capture, sequencing workflows, PCR-based techniques, nucleic acid manipulation, FFPE tissue workflows, laboratory automation, liquid handling robotics, LIMS familiarity

Technologies

NGS, qPCR, RT-PCR, ddPCR, LIMS

Responsibilities

Lead development of molecular assays and NGS workflows; Design and execute R&D studies; Lead assay validation and clinical implementation; Design and execute qualification studies for reagents and instruments; Interpret data and drive process improvements; Train and mentor junior staff; Support automation initiatives

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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