Scientist II, Molecular Assays (Hybrid)

OraSure Technologies, Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP plan with company match

Paid time off

Hybrid/remote opportunities

Onsite parking

Job summary

DNA Genotek, part of OraSure Technologies, seeks a Scientist II to support R&D in Sample Management Solutions. You will work independently in the lab, execute diverse assays (PCRs, ELISAs, DNA isolation) and contribute to projects across topics, ensuring accurate data and timely results.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, document findings meticulously, and thrive in a regulated environment while applying strong communication and analytical abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology with >3 years of lab experience or Master's/PhD with relevant labs experience.
• Excellent English verbal, writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a creative, science-driven and innovative team.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Flexibility to multitask with dynamic priorities.
• Comfortable handling diverse biological samples (e.g., stool, urine, blood).
• Attention to detail and ability to follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Independently execute clearly laid out experimental plans and/or documentation processes and provide impactful feedback/suggestions.
• Analyze, interpret and summarize experimental results with minimal supervision.
• Independently execute a wide range of standard biological assays, such as PCRs, ELISAs, DNA isolation.
• Contribute to defined project(s) and/or a series of project tasks across multiple research topics.
• Maintain accurate records in compliance with company standards.
• Assist in regulatory filings, scientific papers, summaries, reports and presentations.
• Collaborate within a team supporting research and development.
• Work independently in a safe, secure, and productive fashion.
• Operate in a regulated environment (ISO 13485, ISO 14971).

Skills

English proficiency

Team Collaboration

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology

Master's degree in biology

PhD in biology

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

DNA Genotek, part of OraSure Technologies, seeks a Scientist II to support R&D in Sample Management Solutions. You will work independently in the lab, execute diverse assays (PCRs, ELISAs, DNA isolation) and contribute to projects across topics, ensuring accurate data and timely results.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, document findings meticulously, and thrive in a regulated environment while applying strong communication and analytical abilities.