Senior Scientist – Molecular Diagnostics

Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cancer research institute in Delhi is seeking a Senior Scientist in Molecular Diagnostics. This role requires an MSc or PhD in Biotechnology and 3–5 years of hands-on experience in NGS and molecular techniques. The ideal candidate will be proficient in quality management systems and strong in documentation and data interpretation. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative diagnostic solutions.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands on experience with Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) and associated molecular techniques.
• Comprehensive understanding of molecular diagnostic assays.
• Proven capability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.

Skills

Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)

Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Documentation

Data Interpretation

Effective Communication

Education

MSc or PhD in Biotechnology or a related life sciences discipline

Job description

Applied for: Senior Scientist – Molecular Diagnostics

• Qualification: MSc or PhD in Biotechnology or a related life sciences discipline
• Experience : 3–5 years of hands on experience with Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) and associated molecular techniques
• Comprehensive understanding of the principles, workflows, and analytical fundamentals of molecular diagnostic assays
• Proven capability to troubleshoot complex technical issues through sound scientific reasoning
• Demonstrated proficiency in quality management systems (QMS), encompassing quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) practices within a molecular diagnostics context
• Strong skills in documentation, data interpretation, and effective communication