Scientist - Diagnostics

Scientist – Diagnostics

 

SEQUENOM is committed to providing the best genetic analysis for the research and diagnostics markets. With 40% revenue growth during 2007 and a 3 fold increase in Diagnostics staff, SEQUENOM has the power and the people to grow its cutting-edge Diagnostics business.  Our success depends on the talents, efforts and achievements of our exceptional employees.  We offer compensation and benefit packages that are top in the industry, and our philosophy includes equity for all employees.  Investigate Sequenom and make the choice to grow your career.

 

The Scientist will plan and execute research and development projects and collaborations in the Diagnostics Development and the Research departments. This position will focus on human blood sample processing and nucleic acid extraction method development, as well as optimization and validation for non-invasive prenatal diagnostics applications.

 

In this position, you will:Develop and optimize human blood sample processing and nucleic acid extraction methods for molecular diagnostic assays on SEQUENOM’s instrument systemPlan and execute validation and verification studies, as well as establish sample and sample preparation reagent/kit stabilities Learn and master all of Sequenom’s assays and work closely with other Diagnostics Development and Research groups to integrate the sample preparation method to appropriate assaysWork on problems of diverse scope where experimental setup requires DOEs (Design of Experiment) and where analysis of data requires computational capabilities and appropriate statistic softwareAnalyze data and prepare technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analysis for general documentations, product transfers and the Regulatory submissionsReport and present study data in department meetingsEnsure experiments are well documented and ready for internal and external auditsMaintain familiarity with current scientific literature



The Qualified Candidate will have:PhD. in Molecular Biology/Biochemistry, or closely related field, with at least four years of industry experience.  Experience in IVD product launch is a plus. Knowledge of human nucleic acid extraction, amplification and detection technologies and hands-on experience of sample preparation and handling for nucleic acid amplification applicationsKnowledge and experience in DOE and statistical data analysis tools like Excel, JMP or other statistics softwareDetail oriented analytical and good troubleshooting capabilitiesGeneral knowledge or experience of design control, quality system and  risk assessment, general knowledge and understand of the Regulatory policies/guidelines and clinical practicesProficiency in organization, documentation, and communicationA team player, willing to help/support others to ensure the success of projectsProficient computer skills including Microsoft Office software

 

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