Staff Scientist, Molecular Diagnostics R&D
Core
Lead sustaining, improvement, and product development for transplant diagnostic assays in a CLIA laboratory, serving healthcare providers and transplant patients.
Role type
Staff Scientist, Molecular Diagnostics R&D (Technical Lead)
Builds
Regulated molecular diagnostic assays for transplant diagnostics
Domain
Healthcare / Molecular Diagnostics / Transplant Medicine
Required skills
gene expression profiling, low input genomics assays, NGS workflows, PCR/qPCR, assay validation in regulated environments, team leadership, experimental design
Technologies
NGS, qPCR, CLIA/CAP/FDA/ISO compliance tools
Responsibilities
Provide technical leadership for cross-functional programs; Lead assay optimization and troubleshooting; Drive new product development and analytical validation; Define and execute validation plans per CLSI guidelines; Manage and mentor junior scientific personnel; Partner cross-functionally to define development strategy
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with team leadership