This person will work cross-functionally with Research & Development, Automation, Computation Science, Quality, Regulatory, Laboratory Operations, and Program Management on the development, characterization, scale-up and transfer of complex methodologies, processes and assays to Operations.

You will apply hands-on knowledge of molecular biology, nucleic-acid biochemistry and next generation sequencing to develop and optimize NGS based methods and processes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Execute experiments to characterize and optimize NGS workflows, converting prototypes into high-throughput automated assays.
• Participate in data analysis and visualizations to answer experimental questions and identify areas for workflow optimization.
• Present findings at team meetings and prepare technical reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate process improvements into the overall diagnostic workflow.
• Assist with generating Standard Operating Procedures and Work Instructions with Laboratory Operations and Clinical Laboratory for transfer.
• Support troubleshooting workflow issues, perform root-cause determinant experiments and propose effective data-driven solutions.
• Maintain detailed records of experiments, data, results and methodologies in compliance with Good Laboratory and Documentation Practices (cGLP, cGDP).

Requirements include:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or a related field with 2+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Hands-on experience in NGS based techniques, including nucleic acid extraction, library preparation, and sequencing.
• Experience with handling plasma and cfDNA in NGS workflows with low-volume, plate-based assay formats.
• Effectively communicates with team and cross-functional partners.
• High attention to detail - record and document accurate, objective observations, assess impact, and perform troubleshooting as needed.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, proactively looks for potential roadblocks, characterizes root causes to problems and collaborates with appropriate stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a cross-functional team.
• Flexible and adaptable to change and embrace a fluid work environment.

Nice to have:

• Familiarity in a common scientific programming language (e.g., Python, R)

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