Senior NGS Research Associate — Cancer Diagnostics & Assay

DELFI Diagnostics, Inc.; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

DELFI Diagnostics, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Research Associate to develop and validate next-generation sequencing assays from concept through commercial launch.

You will collaborate with scientists, engineers, and bioinformaticians in a GLP/CAP/CLIA/FDA-regulated environment to ensure quality and regulatory compliance. You will contribute to product development, verification and validation activities for NGS-based tests for early cancer detection, with emphasis on meticulous documentation,

Qualifications

• BS with 3-4 years of experience or MS with 2-3 years relevant field (e.g., biomedical engineering, molecular biology, genetics, or genomics) in assay development for the life science industry
• Ability to work PM shift 4PM to 12AM for up to 3 months during January - March
• Proven ability to troubleshoot, communicate and elevate while working with limited support on a PM shift
• Proficient in high-throughput manual laboratory techniques, including precision pipetting for large-scale sample processing
• Proven track record in laboratory NGS execution and addressing technical challenges in nucleic acid extraction and library preparation for NGS
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to independently
• Superior organizational and project management abilities with meticulous documentation and time management

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and troubleshoot moderate to complex laboratory experiments utilizing molecular biology techniques for Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)
• Perform end-to-end experimental workflows, including nucleic acid extraction, library preparation, and sequencing, with meticulous attention to detail
• Communicate findings effectively with multidisciplinary teams and present at scientific meetings
• Contribute to advancing assays through design control processes to meet product requirements and regulatory standards by maintaining documentation

Skills

NGS experience

Molecular biology

High-throughput pipetting

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

BS with 3-4 years experience or MS with 2-3 years in relevant field

Tools

Automated liquid handling systems

Python/R programming

Job description

DELFI Diagnostics, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Research Associate to develop and validate next-generation sequencing assays from concept through commercial launch.

You will collaborate with scientists, engineers, and bioinformaticians in a GLP/CAP/CLIA/FDA-regulated environment to ensure quality and regulatory compliance. You will contribute to product development, verification and validation activities for NGS-based tests for early cancer detection, with emphasis on meticulous documentation,