Sr. Scientist

About the role

Sr. Scientist contract position with a multinational science and technology company in Sunnyvale, CA. The role involves designing and executing complex experiments, developing molecular diagnostic assays, and providing guidance to junior scientists.

Responsibilities

• Design, set up and execute complex experiments including data collection, summary, and critical analysis to meet project, department, and company objectives.
• Apply analytical problem-solving skills and strategies for the development of complex in vitro diagnostic real time PCR and RT-PCR tests for infectious diseases.
• Perform rigorous analytical studies required to demonstrate technical feasibility of complex assays.
• Provide data driven direction and guidance to junior scientific colleagues.

Requirements

• PhD in a Biological Science field (e.g. Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Chemistry, or a related field) with 2+ years of industry related experience or academic equivalent.
• Spearhead feasibility, optimization, verification and validation of molecular diagnostic assays targeting human pathogens.
• Experience working with microorganisms involved in infectious diseases.
• Ability to balance multiple studies and priorities at the same time with experience in synthesizing and interpreting large-scale experimental data (PCR/qPCR, sanger sequencing).
• Experience in performing nucleic acid extraction/purification, handling microbiological and clinical specimens, and working in a BSL-2 environment.

Pay

$52.00 - $62.00/hr; W2 contract.

Benefits

No PTO, no benefits; ACA‑compliant supplemental package available for enrollment.