Senior Research Associate - Assay & System Integration

MedStar Health; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative diagnostics company is seeking a Senior Research Associate to lead experiments in molecular diagnostics. The role involves assay development, conducting experiments, and data analysis. Candidates must have a strong educational background in relevant fields and significant experience in IVD product development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in Molecular or Immunodiagnostics.
• Preferred 3 or more years in developing multiplex PCR and/or reverse-transcriptase-PCR assays.

Responsibilities

• Direct planning and design of experiments.
• Conduct scientific experiments and analyze data.
• Design experimental protocols for routine use.

Skills

Molecular biology

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Influencing

Education

B.S./M.S. in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering

Job description

At Roche, you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted, and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop, and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

GenMark, a member of the Roche Group, is dedicated to providing world-class solutions for multiplex testing, with enhanced features that contribute to Roche's commitment to helping diagnose infectious diseases and reduce antibiotic resistance. As the world's #1 diagnostics provider, the Roche Group offers an unrivaled experience in developing and commercializing predictive tests that enable personalized treatment strategies for patients.

This position is mostly on-site, based in La Place Ct, Carlsbad, CA. This position may require travel between sites within 1 mile.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Research Associate in the Assay Integration team, you will be responsible for directing experiments and summarizing results for projects to integrate and transfer molecular diagnostic assay products from the bench and to develop and commercialize them on the cobas eplex sample-to-answer platform. You will have combined assay development and software functional responsibilities to build and develop scientific excellence in molecular diagnostics, fully automated instrument systems, hardware, software, system engineering, design control, verification and validation studies, clinical studies, and others.

In this role, you will:

1. Direct the planning and design of experiments.
2. Independently conduct scientific experiments.
3. Identify and solve problems in experimental designs.
4. Design experimental protocols for routine use.
5. Read literature directly associated with assigned projects to suggest improvements.
6. Analyze data, interpret results, and suggest the next experiments. Conduct data analysis and interpretation of results.

Who You Are

• You have a B.S./M.S. in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields.
• You have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in Molecular or Immunodiagnostics, IVD Product Development on fully automated systems, or related fields in new system development.
• Three (3) or more years of experience in developing multiplex PCR and/or reverse-transcriptase-PCR assays is preferred.

Preferred Skills and Qualities

• Experience with product development projects from feasibility to launch in a GMP environment, including Design Control methodologies and IVD regulation experience.
• Molecular biology proficiency.
• Strong discipline, commitment, and effective organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to influence, think strategically, and solve problems effectively.

Relocation benefits are not available for this position.

Salary and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position in Carlsbad, CA is $82,700 - $96,400. Actual pay will be based on experience, qualifications, location, and other factors. A discretionary annual bonus may be available. This position qualifies for the benefits detailed at the provided link.

About GenMark and Roche

GenMark, now part of the Roche Group, employs over 100,000 people across 100 countries, pushing the frontiers of healthcare. Roche Diagnostics offers a broad portfolio of products and services for disease prevention, diagnosis, and management. GenMark's ePlex system offers solutions to address challenges in clinical laboratories, supporting hospital systems to deliver patient-centered, value-based care. GenMark is headquartered in Carlsbad, California.

GenMark is an equal opportunity employer. We promote merit, qualifications, and competence, and prohibit unlawful discrimination. If you need accommodations during the application process, please contact us through the provided form.