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myGwork - LGBTQ+ Business Community · 3 days ago

Scientist III, Molecular Biology

South San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$124K/yr - $158K/yr

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Responsibilities

Conduct qPCR/dPCR assay development and instrumentation projects.

Maintain a detailed and organized lab notebook.

Independently design and perform qPCR experiments to screen variables and optimize workflows.

Write detailed SOPs, analyze data, and generate reports.

Lead projects related to genetic analysis platforms that result in new applications and performance improvements.

Execute studies on various qPCR/dPCR and sample preparation platforms, design assays, analyze, and present results.

Work closely with molecular biologists and system engineers.

Help develop and optimize genetic analysis workflows.

Troubleshoot instrument and workflow failures.

Qualification

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QPCR/dPCR assay developmentJMPRPythonStatistical analysisVisualizationLaboratory instrumentationSample preparationAutomation laboratory practicesPipetting techniquesSystems engineeringMolecular biologyProject managementNucleic acid purificationMolecular biology techniquesGroup leadershipBusiness operationsLeadershipTeamwork

Required

Doctorate degree in Medical Science, or related field of study

Experience with qPCR/dPCR assay development for genetic analysis

JMP, R, Python or similar tools for statistical analysis and visualization

Experience with a variety of laboratory instrumentation for qPCR, sample preparation, and automation

Good laboratory practices and accurate/precise pipetting techniques

Systems engineering and molecular biology

Experienced in leading qPCR/dPCR assay development and instrumentation projects

Current molecular biology techniques for qPCR/dPCR and nucleic acid purification/preparation

Experience in leading groups across functions, such as business and operations

Benefits

A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount