Senior Molecular Scientist & Lab Lead (GLP/CLIA)

Precision Medicine Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 111,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Precision Medicine Group in Houston is seeking a Principal Scientist to lead the design and validation of molecular assays (ddPCR, qPCR, NGS, Nanostring, FISH) for diverse biopharmaceutical clients. You will mentor junior scientists, develop SOPs, and ensure regulatory compliance (GLP, CAP, CLIA) while delivering high-quality results on schedule.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, collaboration with clients, and driving scientific excellence in a fast-paced lab environment in the United

Qualifications

• PhD in life sciences or related field.
• Minimum 8 years full-time laboratory experience.
• Hands-on sequencing, ddPCR and qPCR experience.

Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and troubleshoots molecular assays to meet client requirements.
• Oversees SOPs and regulatory compliance to CAP/CLIA/GLP standards.
• Generates technical reports and client communications.
• Mentors scientists and coordinates training of staff.
• Leads data analysis and presents results to clients.

Skills

Molecular assays

qPCR/ddPCR

Next Gen Sequencing

Regulatory compliance

SOP development

Education

Ph.D. in life sciences

8+ years lab experience

Job description

Precision Medicine Group in Houston is seeking a Principal Scientist to lead the design and validation of molecular assays (ddPCR, qPCR, NGS, Nanostring, FISH) for diverse biopharmaceutical clients. You will mentor junior scientists, develop SOPs, and ensure regulatory compliance (GLP, CAP, CLIA) while delivering high-quality results on schedule.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, collaboration with clients, and driving scientific excellence in a fast-paced lab environment in the United