Research and Development Scientist III

Key Responsibilities

• Design and perform specific experiments in support of R&D projects in NGS, Molecular, Cytogenetics or Biochemical Genetics platforms.
• Work with clinical team to validate and transfer tests to clinical diagnostic workflows.
• Work with Product Development Team to plan and execute R&D strategies.
• Aid in laboratory training and education of external team.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Perform clinical tests as needed after proper training.
• Prepare validation materials for review in adherence to regulatory agencies and requirements.
• Conduct routine lab duties as assigned by supervisor, manager, or lab director.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biological Sciences with 5+ years of industry experience or equivalent.
• Extensive expertise in NGS and molecular biology techniques.

Competencies

• Demonstrated success in technical documentation.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise during test design, optimization and validation.
• Programming skills, Bioinformatics, SQL and database knowledge is a plus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequently required to sit.
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Frequently required to talk or hear.