Overview:

The Research Scientist will support the development of point-of-care molecular diagnostic kits in a demanding, fast-paced environment; working independently and closely with other scientists to design and develop multiplexed PCR amplification for point-of-care settings. Daily activities may include device testing, optimization and verification as well as aiding in the QA and QC process. Attention to detail and the ability to write and follow SOPs is critical. Demonstrated biochemistry and molecular biology expertise and experience with PCR, multiplexed and Real Time-PCR technology.

Duties:

• Design, develop RT-PCR, quantitative real time PCR and multiplexed assay methods
• Hands-on experience with PCR assay development and optimization
• Isolation of nucleic acids from a variety of sources
• Ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Highly motivated, goal and milestone-driven researcher
• Good presentation, writing and communication skills
• Excellent team working and communication skill

   

  Skills: 

• Design, develop, optimize and validate new PCR-based assays
• Hands on experience with handling BSL-2 pathogens
• Clinical validation experience is desirable
• Excellent presentation, communication, writing technical report
• Data analysis
• Primer and DNA sequence analysis
• Product development experience for FDA 510k regulated IVD products
  

Requirements:

• Primer and DNA sequence analysis
• Literature searching
• Protocol, technical report and SOP writing
• MS word, PPT, Excel

   

  Education: 

• Bachelor’s in Molecular Biology, Biology, or related field
• Minimal of 3 years in IVD product development experience for FDA 510k regulated IVD products