Senior Molecular Diagnostics Scientist: Validation & Genomics

Omni HR; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucence is a precision health company accelerating early detection of cancer and age-related diseases, with hubs in Singapore and Silicon Valley. You will lead development and optimisation of molecular diagnostics assays, from design to validation, and analyse genomic data to publish findings.

This is a hands-on role close to clinical operations, with collaboration across R&D and clinical teams. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a relevant field, strong genomics knowledge, and at least two

Qualifications

• A PhD in Molecular Biology, Cancer Biology, Genomics, or related field.
• A deep understanding and knowledge of oncology and/or genomics.
• Strong background in molecular biology, including PCR, RT-PCR, genotyping and NGS.
• At least 2 years of working experience in the development of molecular assays, with significant hands-on expertise in troubleshooting, implementing, and optimising assays.
• Strong self-motivation, resilience, adaptability, and a keen interest in learning.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Propose, design, plan, execute, and interpret laboratory experiments to implement new molecular assays and improve current assays.
• Design, plan, and lead studies for analytical and clinical verification and validation.
• Author, review, and maintain internal workflows and protocols of validated molecular diagnostics assays.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges during assay development.
• Analyse genomic data and publish/present work in peer-reviewed journals and international conferences.
• Train staff and facilitate assay transfer from R&D to clinical operations.

Skills

Molecular assay development

Oncology & genomics knowledge

Communication & presentation skills

Education

PhD in Molecular Biology, Cancer Biology, Genomics, or related field

Tools

PCR

RT-PCR

Genotyping

NGS

Job description

Lucence is a precision health company accelerating early detection of cancer and age-related diseases, with hubs in Singapore and Silicon Valley. You will lead development and optimisation of molecular diagnostics assays, from design to validation, and analyse genomic data to publish findings.

This is a hands-on role close to clinical operations, with collaboration across R&D and clinical teams. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a relevant field, strong genomics knowledge, and at least two