Research Scientist

AccuScan Sciences; Milpitas (CA); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

AccuScan Sciences in Milpitas, CA seeks a highly motivated Research Scientist to lead technology research efforts focused on novel molecular assays. This hands-on role invites a deep molecular biology expert to drive assay development in a fast-growing biotech setting.

You will collaborate with senior scientific staff and cross-functional teams to design experiments, interpret data, and present findings to management.

Formación

• PhD or MS with relevant industry experience is required.
• Strong design, execution, and data interpretation skills.
• Experience with next-generation sequencing and epigenetics assays.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsabilidades

• Lead experimental studies to advance molecular assay technologies.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data with scientific rigor.
• Prepare and present research findings to management and R&D.
• Collaborate with cross-functional R&D teams to meet timelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation in lab notebooks and data records.
• Manage multiple priorities to meet milestones.
• Stay current with literature and advances in the field.
• Contribute to IP development, including disclosures and filings.

Conocimientos

Molecular biology

Genomics

Data interpretation

Experiment design

Scientific writing

Educación

PhD in Molecular Biology

MS in Molecular Biology

Herramientas

Illumina sequencing

qPCR

R programming

Laboratory notebooks

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist to lead technology research efforts focused on the development of novel molecular assays. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a hands-on molecular biologist to apply deep technical expertise in a dynamic, fast-growing biotechnology company.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior scientific staff and cross-functional R&D teams to drive experimental design, execution, and data interpretation in support of innovative assay development.

Responsibilities

• Under the guidance of senior scientific staff, propose, design, and execute experimental studies to advance new molecular assay technologies

• Analyze and interpret experimental data with strong scientific rigor and critical thinking

• Prepare and present research findings to management and the broader R&D organization

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional R&D teams to support project execution and development timelines

• Maintain accurate, detailed, and compliant experimental documentation through high-quality laboratory notebooks and data records

• Manage multiple priorities with flexibility to meet time-sensitive project milestones and organizational objectives

• Stay current with scientific literature, emerging technologies, and advances in the field

• Contribute to intellectual property development, including invention disclosures and patent filings

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology or a related field with 1–2 years of post-doctoral or industry experience, or
  M.S. in Molecular Biology or a related field with 7+ years of relevant industry experience

• Strong creative thinking and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail

• Self-motivated, results-driven, and capable of independently driving projects forward

• Solid foundation and broad knowledge in molecular biology and genomics

• Hands-on experience with next-generation sequencing technologies, with a strong preference for epigenetics-based assays or analyses.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment