Research Scientist II

About the role

DO WORK THAT MATTERS diverse ideas, perspectives, and expertise allow us to create life-changing solutions that help people live healthier lives. In 150 countries and with businesses spanning nutrition, diagnostics, medical devices, and branded generic pharmaceuticals, it offers you enormous opportunities to explore your interests and help you achieve your career and personal goals. As a Research Scientist Contractor, you'll have the chance to lead verification and validation studies for innovative NGS-based multi-cancer early detection solutions that improve clinical test access, quality, and performance for patients.

Location: La Jolla, CA 92037. Duration: 3+ Months contract.

Responsibilities

• Lead select verification and validation studies to support molecular test product launch in CAP/CLIA clinical laboratory and regulatory submission, including but not limited to: PMA (Pre-market approval) and IDE (Investigational Device Exemption)
• Lead cross-functional study design discussion for the study you own, working closely with multiple departments such as biostatistics, bioinformatics, regulatory, medical director, quality and clinical lab operations
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior research associates
• Present experimental results and defend scientific findings at data, group, and project team meetings
• Integrates project results into broader research objectives; prepares and reviews technical reports and presents findings to project teams and leadership.
• Contributes to protocol/procedure development, process improvement, and relevant regulatory compliance and quality standards.
• Effectively collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across projects, ensuring alignment with business and scientific