Associate Research Scientist II, NGS Diagnostics

Abbott; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking an Associate Research Scientist II for our San Diego, CA location in the Cancer Diagnostics Division. The role involves translating research ideas into the product development pipeline to advance diagnostic assay products.

You will perform bench experiments, analyze data, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate has experience with NGS assay development and liquid handling instrumentation, with strong data analysis and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with NGS assay development.
• Ability to translate research ideas into product development.
• Strong data analysis and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct bench level experiments within a specific product or technology area and identifies problems and discrepancies.
• Plan and analyze results of bench level experiments with some guidance.
• Operate scientific instrumentation related to performance of duties and notify appropriate personnel of any problems.
• Prepare and provide information and generate data for scientific abstracts/conferences/project meetings/publications.
• Follow research plans and experimental outlines to write experimental protocols and perform laboratory experiments.
• Mentor junior level research associates and contribute to team knowledge.

Skills

NGS assay development

Liquid handling instrumentation

Data analysis

Job description

Abbott is seeking an Associate Research Scientist II for our San Diego, CA location in the Cancer Diagnostics Division. The role involves translating research ideas into the product development pipeline to advance diagnostic assay products.

You will perform bench experiments, analyze data, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate has experience with NGS assay development and liquid handling instrumentation, with strong data analysis and presentation skills.