The Senior Scientist, Reagent/Assay Development will contribute to the development and optimization of reagents and assays for next-generation sequencing (NGS) applications. This role combines hands-on laboratory work, experimental design, data analysis, and troubleshooting to improve reagent and workflow performance, robustness, and manufacturability.

As a scientist, you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including automation, software, engineering, quality, and operations, to support product development and transfer to manufacturing.

• Conducting experiments to evaluate and optimize the performance of reagents, including assessing their stability, formulation, and manufacturing tolerances. 
• Designing, developing, and validating assays to assess the quality of both incoming and manufactured reagents. 
• Contributing to the establishment of manufacturing processes for reagents and transferring these processes to operations. 
• Analyzing experimental data, forming conclusions and suggesting future experiments, generating reports, and presenting findings to project teams. 
• Identifying and resolving issues related to reagent performance, assay development, or manufacturing processes. 
• Working closely with other scientists, engineers, and operations personnel to ensure the successful development and implementation of new reagents. 
• Adhering to good laboratory practices, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring the proper maintenance of laboratory equipment, laboratory spaces, and inventory.
• Keeping up-to-date with scientific literature and technological advancements in the field of reagent development. 

• You bring a Bachelor’s degree in Biological/Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field, and 5 years of experience with NGS workflows, reagent development, assay development in a product-development environment (an equivalent combination of education and work experience is acceptable)
• Preferred: you bring a Ph.D. in molecular biology, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics, bioengineering, or a related field, with 0-3 years of NGS-related research or industry experience.

Behaviors, competencies, and qualities of the ideal applicant.

• Strong hands-on experience with NGS and molecular biology techniques.
• Experience with laboratory automation and automated instrumentation, including workflow development, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in Python or other relevant programming languages for data analysis, visualization, and/or automation.
• Strong skills in experimental design, data analysis, troubleshooting, and problem-solving.
• Familiarity with Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, and process optimization is a plus.
• Experience collaborating with automation, software, and mechanical engineering teams is a plus.

Relocation Benefits are not offered for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on California is $99,000 - $133 400.  Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.  This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

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