Senior Research Scientist
Senior Research Scientist – Cambridge, MA
Position Summary
As a Senior Research Scientist at ICON, you will play a key role in clinical sample testing, assay development, and data analysis within a CLIA/CAP-accredited laboratory environment. This position requires strong expertise in next-generation sequencing (NGS), molecular biology techniques, and clinical NGS assay validation.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform clinical sample testing, including nucleic acid isolation, nucleic acid quantification and QC, library preparation (manual/automation), data analysis, and reporting laboratory results as directed.
- Develop, optimize, and validate NGS based clinical assays.
- Author and maintain technical documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), validation plans/reports and workbooks.
- Prepare and deliver technical presentations to internal teams and external clients.
Qualifications
- PhD in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Genomics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of post-graduate experience in NGS (preferred).
- Experience in oncology, genetics, or infectious disease NGS assay development is highly desirable.
- Strong hands-on expertise in molecular biology techniques.
- Familiarity with laboratory automation systems, bioinformatics tools (e.g. IGV, secondary/tertiary analysis), IVD NGS test development/validation, or programming/AI are preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
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Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits may include:
- Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
- Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability coverage
- Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
- Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
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Salary Range
$91,336.00-$114,170.00
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