Research Scientist

AccuScan Sciences; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical)

Retirement Plan (401k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

AccuScan Sciences seeks a highly motivated Research Scientist to lead technology research focused on developing novel genetic and epigenetic molecular assays. This hands-on role requires deep molecular biology expertise and collaboration with senior scientific staff to drive assay development in a fast-growing biotech environment.

The position involves experimental design, execution, data interpretation, and presenting findings to management and the R&D organization.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or MS in molecular biology with relevant industry/ post-doc experience.
• Strong creative thinking with attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, able to drive projects forward.
• Solid foundation in molecular biology and genomics.
• Hands-on experience with NGS and methylation-based assays.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Propose, design, and execute experimental studies to advance new molecular assay technologies.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data with scientific rigor.
• Prepare and present research findings to management and R&D teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional R&D teams to support project timelines.
• Maintain accurate, compliant lab notebooks and data records.
• Manage multiple priorities to meet milestones and objectives.
• Stay current with literature and emerging technologies.
• Contribute to invention disclosures and patent filings.

Education

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology

M.S. in Molecular Biology

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a highly motivatedResearch Scientistto lead technology research efforts focused on the development of novel genetic and epigenetic 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

QUALIFICATIONS

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

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)