Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior Scientist with high expertise in molecular assay development to lead innovation in PCR, dPCR, and NGS workflows. This individual will be responsible for designing, developing, and validating cutting-edge assays for infectious disease, oncology, and control materials. The Senior Scientist will drive experimental strategy, assay optimization, and validation protocols, while contributing to intellectual property, publications, and cross-functional collaborations.
This is a senior-level, top-of-field role requiring proven scientific innovation, leadership, and a track record of success in bioengineering molecular workflows.
Key Responsibilities
Assay Development & Innovation

1. Design, develop, and optimize qPCR, multiplex PCR, dPCR, and NGS-based assays.
2. Lead experimental design, workflow optimization, and troubleshooting for high-complexity molecular diagnostics.
3. Apply advanced bioengineering approaches to expand assay sensitivity, specificity, and throughput.
4. Develop and maintain control materials, reference standards, and validation panels.

1. Draft, execute, and oversee assay validation protocols, SOPs, and technical reports.
2. Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards (CLIA, FDA, ISO 13485, IVDR where applicable).
3. Collaborate with quality, regulatory, and clinical teams to ensure seamless technology transfer.
4. Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in molecular assay design, data interpretation, and performance evaluation.

1. Supervise, mentor, and guide junior scientists, analysts, and research associates.
2. Foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation, learning, and continuous improvement.
3. Work closely with cross-functional teams (bioinformatics, clinical operations, engineering, business development).
4. Represent the company in scientific presentations, publications, and patent applications.

1. PhD in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or related discipline.
2. 5–7+ years of postdoctoral or industry experience in molecular assay development.
3. Proven hands-on expertise in PCR (qPCR, multiplex PCR, dPCR) and NGS workflows.
4. 5+ years of experience in primer/probe design and evaluation (SYBR, TaqMan, or equivalent).
5. Proficiency with design and analysis tools: Primer3, BLAST, OligoAnalyzer, or similar.
6. Strong record of peer-reviewed publications and/or patents in molecular assay development.

1. Experience in infectious disease and oncology assay development.
2. Familiarity with regulatory standards: CLIA, FDA, ISO 13485, IVDR.
3. Demonstrated success in technology transfer from R&D to clinical or commercial labs.
4. Supervisory or leadership experience managing research teams.
5. Strong bioinformatics or computational biology experience (NGS data pipelines, variant analysis).

1. Recognized as a leader in molecular innovation, capable of taking projects from concept to commercialization.
2. Balances deep technical expertise with strategic vision for assay development.
3. A creative problem-solver with a rigorous approach to validation and compliance.
4. Strong communicator with the ability to influence across teams and present scientific findings externally.
5. Thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with cross-disciplinary collaboration.