Senior Molecular Research Scientist (Ref#031)

• Alpharetta, GA
• Full-time
• Published: 2021-11-15 02:04:03Z

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Senior Molecular Research Scientist will have overall responsibility for all aspects of assay development projects, innovations, and programs.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Interacts with physicians, employees and clients in a positive manner consistent with the mission and values of the company.
• Contributes to the design, modification, and validation of existing and new Laboratory.
• Developed Tests (LDTs) in compliance with CLIA and CAP guidelines.
• Keeps laboratory notebooks up to date and with sufficient details that results can be reproduced.
• Effectively self-manage all assigned Molecular Assay Development and or Innovation projects/activities.
• Reviews data being generated from the clinical laboratory to identify potential issues and assay enhancements.
• Reviews and assesses the scientific literature relating to new and existing molecular assays, and provides insight to the Vice President of R&D and/or CEO when new potential assays are recognized.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• MS in molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics or related science with 3+ years of industry experience in Molecular Assay or Product Development.
• PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Genetics or related science. Direct relevant industry experience in Molecular Assay or Product Development preferred.

Knowledge & Critical Skills/Expertise

• Extensive experience with PCR and other nucleic acid-based technologies including strong knowledge for molecular clinical assay development.
• Demonstrated expertise in the functional areas of molecular assay development, project management, team building and support for clinical lab compliance.
• Ability to work in a fast paced growth environment without compromising quality.
• Ability to write and edit critical technical documents.
• Ability to innovate new techniques and methodologies utilizing research literatures, team collaboration, and testing new ideas etc.

BENEFITS

• Salary: $100,000