Scientist, Spatial Genomics R&D

Takara Bio USA, Inc.; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in biotechnology is seeking a Scientist in Spatial Genomics R&D to drive product development and collaborate across teams. This role requires a Ph.D. and hands-on lab experience in spatial biology. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and be able to communicate complex ideas effectively. Join us to contribute to innovative solutions that improve health and the environment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. with 2-5 years of postdoctoral or industrial experience.
• Expertise in next generation sequencing and spatial transcriptomics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments to move projects through product development.
• Generate educational and scientific content for marketing.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in genomics

Tools

R

Python

Matlab

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Job Title: Scientist, Spatial Genomics R&D

Reports to: Director, Assay Applications Spatial Genomics R&D

FLSA Class: Exempt

Learn more about our company and how we support you:

Takara Bio USA (TBUSA) empowers life science discovery. We bring innovation and inspiration to every scientist - promoting discoveries that improve health and the environment. We hold values that all employees and prospective candidates should demonstrate: Innovation, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, Growth, Diversity and Quality. We value helping employees develop their skills and you will be part of this journey!

At Takara Bio, we know that every experimental decision has an impact. Choices matter, from design to data analysis. We create best-in-class products that get the job done. In your hands, what do those research reagents and kits create? Something powerful: knowledge, understanding, and—often—hope! Together we can improve the human condition through biotechnology…and That's Good Science!

How this role drives the company forward:

The Scientist works primarily hands-on in the lab conducting experiments to move projects through all stages of product development; from initial Proof of Concept, through Research and Development, to Product Launch. To accomplish these tasks, the individual works closely with other colleagues in R&D, Engineering, Marketing and Operations.

The Scientist role is lab-based.

Occasional travel, including overnight, may be required (e.g., to attend conferences).

How you will make an impact:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Scientist to support our spatial transcriptomics product portfolio. This Ph.D.-level scientist will work closely with internal R&D, engineering, product management, and commercial teams to develop new applications for our cutting-edge spatial biology solutions. This scientist will work primarily hands-on in the lab conducting experiments to move projects through product development, troubleshoot customer issues and generate application data to support marketing collateral to drive adoption of our spatial technology.

What will you do:

• Plan, schedule, and conduct experiments for one or more projects, exhibiting good skills in experimental design, data analysis, and result interpretation.
• Understand project goals, meet project specifications, and commit to deliver projects within set deadlines under guidance from Senior Scientists and colleagues in Marketing (Product Managers and/or Market Strategy Managers).
• Responsible for clear report preparation, including timely inputs to lab notebooks and project databases.
• Learns to draft SOPs, user manuals, technical notes and other related technical documents with assistance from Senior Scientists, Marketing and Operations teams.
• Identify potential new products for development based on assessment of customer demand, market trends, and competitor analysis with help from Marketing and more senior researchers in the group.
• Serve as a resource to R&D and other departments within the organization, including Product Management and Operations – especially during product development and launch.
• Participate in R&D scientific meetings, and may represent company in front of customers, e.g., by presenting posters etc. at conferences.
• Generate educational and scientific content, including presentations, white papers, and webinars, to showcase the capabilities of our spatial transcriptomics solutions.
• Stay up to date with advancements in spatial transcriptomics and single-cell analysis to provide scientific expertise to customers and internal teams.
• May support Sales and Technical Support representatives on technical matters.
• This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

How will you get here?

• Ph.D. in genomics, molecular biology, immunology, biochemistry, cell biology, neuroscience, developmental biology, bioengineering, bioinformatics or related field, with 2-5 years of postdoctoral and/or industrial experience.
• Expertise in one or more cell and molecular biology disciplines including next generation sequencing, single-cell genomics, and spatial transcriptomics.
• Hands-on experience with tissue sectioning of fresh frozen and FFPE tissues, cell/nuclei isolation, single-cell or spatial transcriptomics platforms, library preparation, and sequencing workflows.
• Proficiency in basic bioinformatics and data analysis of single cell and/or spatial data; ability to write or adapt code in R, Python or Matlab for data processing and interpretation.
• Strong interest in technology development and translating scientific ideas into novel applications.
• Effective analytical and critical thinking skills, including excellent attention to detail, grounded knowledge of troubleshooting, and strong quantitative background.
• Collaborative personality with good interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

AAP/EEO Statement:

Takara Bio USA, Inc. does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

Additional Information about the role:

Please note this job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. The US base salary range for this full-time position, expected to be located in Palo Alto, CA, is $140,000 - $155,000 USD. This range may be modified at any time at our sole discretion. This base salary does not include additional bonus compensation and benefits. Learn more about benefits at https://www.takarabio.com/about/careers/company-benefits. Individual compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including job-related skills, training, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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