Molecular Diagnostics R&D Scientist

Robert Bosch Group; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental insurance

Vision plan

401(k) match

Wellness program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Bosch’s Research and Technology Center North America in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Research Scientist in molecular diagnostics to translate advanced research into scalable diagnostic technologies.

The role requires a PhD and 3-5 years of industry experience, with proven expertise in single-molecule detection, biosensors, microfluidics, and integrated systems. Collaborative work with academic partners is encouraged.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field with strong academic background.
• 3-5 years of industry experience in biotechnology.
• Proven experience in molecular diagnostics and single-molecule detection.

Responsibilities

• Identify and translate cutting-edge research into scalable diagnostic technologies.
• Lead development and testing of prototype diagnostic systems with microfluidics and sensing.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to transition research to product pipelines.
• Design experiments for sample-to-answer cartridge performance.
• Protect innovations through patents and publish technical docs.
• Advise teams on feasibility, risk, and system architecture.

Skills

Molecular diagnostics

Single-molecule detection

Biochemistry

Soft electronics

Microfabrication

Education

PhD in Electrical/Mechanical/Bioengineering/Physics

Tools

Chip design

Nanofabrication

Microfluidics

Electrochemical sensing

Job description

Bosch’s Research and Technology Center North America in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking a Research Scientist in molecular diagnostics to translate advanced research into scalable diagnostic technologies.

The role requires a PhD and 3-5 years of industry experience, with proven expertise in single-molecule detection, biosensors, microfluidics, and integrated systems. Collaborative work with academic partners is encouraged.