SUMMARY

The Senior Scientist will work closely with the Director of Assay Trials and Clinical Studies and other senior scientists on developing and validating an assay for disease detection on a novel microfluidic device. This position will fill a critical need in testing designs for DNA / RNA extraction and qPCR. As the assay progresses, the team member will support detailed validation testing and documentation of the device and assay performance. They will also help assemble SOPs, QA, regulatory, and other documentation. A portion of the testing may be performed in a BSL-2 environment.

TYPE: Full Time

LOCATION: Charlottesville, VA

THIS ROLE WILL REPORT TO: Clinical Trials Director

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts technical tasks and laboratory experimentation testing new or project-specific protocols and SOPs
• conducts experimental work on projects following established protocols and procedures
• Contributes to developing test plans, experimental designs, and analytical methods
• Prepare test reports and presentations for the technical team
• Conduct experiments in a BSL-2 environment

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE/BACKGROUND:

• B.S. or B.A. in Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, biomedical engineering, or related discipline

• Knowledge and/or experience in a research environment, basic analytical skills, sample preparation and analysis, experience with bioanalytical methods, such as DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, and RT-qPCR.
• PC skills and ability to learn new software and systems
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with technical team at all levels in a collaborative-based environment