Duration: 6 months- potential to convert into full time
Responsibilities
• The successful candidate for this Scientist 1 position working within Siemens Healthcare Laboratory R&D will report to a Sr. Scientist or higher in the department.
• This scientist will work on assay development including prototyping, optimization, performance verification, and validation of new assays or technologies.
• The work requires documentation and transfer of assays in either the clinical laboratory environment as Laboratory Developed Tests (LDT), or for manufacturing as In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) products.
Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience
• Experience in optimization of nucleic acid extraction protocols, as well as mammalian cell culture and sterile working techniques required.
• Working knowledge of immunoassays and molecular biology techniques are required.
• Experience working under design control, such as diagnostics industry and/or clinical laboratory is preferred.
• Knowledge in biomarker discovery, assay prototyping, performance optimization, and control system design is relevant.
• Documentation experience in a regulated healthcare environment is important.
• The successful candidate will have clear and understandable written and verbal technical communication.
• B.S. or advanced degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, or related discipline is required.
• 2 to 3 years’ industry experience is preferred.