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Associate Scientist

BioGX
Birmingham, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/9/2025 CLOSED ON 1/7/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Scientist position at BioGX?

Perform laboratory research to develop multiplex PCR tests for a variety of real-time PCR platforms. Involves use of both automated and non-automated PCR instruments. Includes planning experiments, scientific literature research to evaluate and select target sequences of interest, analysis of data, documentation and summarization of research, and transfer of developed tests. Includes preparation of protocols, reports, and other documented information that meet QMS requirements.

This role is being advertised in anticipation of future staffing needs. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates may be contacted when the position becomes active.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities (other Duties May Be Assigned)

Works in laboratory, participates on product transfer teams.

Carries out design of experiments (D.O.E.) studies needed to establish robust PCR-based genetic test performance and uses experimental results to develop raw material requirements, product performance specifications, product packaging requirements, stability characteristics, and product’s manufacturing release test criteria.

Carries out feasibility and development experiments, protocols, procedures, using Good Documentation Practices and clear and professional report writing supporting product development for timely completion of project(s).

Document experimental protocols, results of studies and process design/development history to meet QMS requirements.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Experience in nucleic acid, PCR-based diagnostic test product development.

Experienced with DNA and RNA sample processing, sample stabilization, and extraction procedures.

Well organized and efficient with handling multiple tasks at the same time.

Experienced with short, intermediate and longer term project planning and clinical research.

Fluent in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work in a team environment, with the ability to relate to both highly educated and unskilled team members.

Ability to handle and resolve conflicts and work under stressful conditions.

Education and Experience: The ideal candidate will have a M.S. or equivalent degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology or related field. Additional field experience (2 to 5 years) is important to succeed in the job function.
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