Scientist Product Development
· Researches, investigates, recommends, and establishes methods and procedures on assigned projects. Implements, validates, clinically verifies and trouble-shoots nucleic acid-based detection parameters using STAR and other core technologies. Capable of designing, analyzing and self-directing. Supports other functional teams.
· Complies with design control requirements. Prepares data packages addressing design input requirements. Explores and implements modifications to products to meet design requirements. Provides support to regulatory submissions.
· Makes contributions to scientific literature and conferences. Participates in the development of patent applications.
· Maintains broad knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories. Understands competitive landscape and creates quality products that can sustain in the market place.
· Interfaces with various departments
· Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors
· Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
· Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
· Proven quality experience in designing, optimization and troubleshooting of molecular techniques for the detection and quantification of gene targets
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
· Highly motivated, exhibiting initiative, independence and drive to make important contributions
· Flexible with sense of urgency
Educational Requirements:
· Requires a PhD in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics or related discipline with 2-5 years experience in the following areas:
o Nucleic acid extraction, amplification and quantification from human clinical samples
o Ultra sensitive and/or quantitative methods for the detection of nucleic acids preferably including real-time PCR and capillary electrophoresis
o Demonstrated ability to prepare reports for Validation and/or Verification studies for developing IVD products