Scientist

JOB TITLE: Sr. Scientist

JOB LOCATION: Sunnyvale , CA, 94089 (Onsite Position)

Contract Duration: 12 months

JOB DESCRIPTION:

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• 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.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• 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.