Microbiology Scientist II – On-Site R&D Sunnyvale

Lancesoft; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancesoft in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Scientist II, Microbiology to join our hands-on R&D team focused on developing in vitro diagnostic products. You will plan and execute microbiology studies, perform BSL-2 testing, and collaborate across disciplines to drive assay development.

Qualifications include a microbiology or related degree with hands-on lab experience, strong data analysis skills, and proficiency with PCR, Excel, and JMP/Minitab.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related field with 2+ years of relevant experience, OR a Master's degree in a related scientific field with 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience working in a microbiology, molecular biology, clinical, academic, or industry laboratory.
• Experience handling microorganisms and/or clinical specimens in a BSL-2 laboratory environment.
• Experience with microbiological techniques such as microbial culture, microscopy, staining, and bacterial identification.
• Knowledge of biological and chemical laboratory safety practices.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute experiments, troubleshoot technical problems, and analyze experimental data.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and data-analysis tools such as Excel, Minitab, or JMP.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and execute laboratory experiments in support of microbiology, assay development, and product development activities.
• Perform laboratory testing involving bacterial, viral, and fungal organisms in a BSL-2 environment.
• Apply microbiological techniques including microbial culture, microscopy, staining, and organism identification.
• Support real-time PCR and RT-PCR assay development and experimental studies.
• Collect, analyze, interpret, and summarize experimental data and communicate findings to technical and cross-functional teams.
• Develop, optimize, evaluate, and implement laboratory methods and test procedures.
• Troubleshoot experimental and technical issues using scientific principles and data-driven approaches.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation in accordance with applicable quality and laboratory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including Assay R&D and other technical functions, to support project objectives.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of microbiology laboratory capabilities, methods, and workflows.
• Follow applicable biological, chemical, and laboratory safety requirements.

Skills

Data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Troubleshooting

Experiment planning

BSL-2 lab experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology or related field

Master's degree in related field (0-2 years experience)

Tools

PCR (qPCR/RT-PCR)

Minitab/JMP

Excel

Job description

Lancesoft in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Scientist II, Microbiology to join our hands-on R&D team focused on developing in vitro diagnostic products. You will plan and execute microbiology studies, perform BSL-2 testing, and collaborate across disciplines to drive assay development.

Qualifications include a microbiology or related degree with hands-on lab experience, strong data analysis skills, and proficiency with PCR, Excel, and JMP/Minitab.