As a Research Associate III in the Molecular Diagnostics Assay Developmentt Team, you will support the development of molecular assays with cutting-edge dPCR technologies. You will be planning and executing molecular biology experiments, performing data analysis and documenting findings. You will be presenting results to technical audiences. Your ability to adapt and learn quickly will be essential in this role, that will offer you the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment on projects with a meaningful impact on reproductive health applications.
How You'll Make An Impact:
- Advance the development of innovative molecular diagnostics assays that will ultimately benefit patients by designing, executing and analyzing complex experimental studies.
- Contribute to the creation of innovative solutions by collaborating with others and engaging in problem solving/ troubleshooting efforts.
- Support the development of sustainable lab processes by participating in initiatives such as 5S, My Green Lab and the International Freezer Challenge.
- Drive scientific excellence by following good laboratory practices ensuring the integrity and safety of our work which is essential for a successful execution of our projects.
- Embrace the importance of teamwork, share your knowledge, and actively engage with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, contributing to a collaborative and harmonious work environment that promotes innovative solutions and impactful research outcomes.
What You Bring:
- Education: 4+ years of experience and a B.S. in molecular biology or related life science field OR 2+ years of experience and a M.S in a related field
- Work Experience:
- Direct experience with nucleic acid technology relating to PCR, qPCR, and/or digital PCR.
- Experience with statistical analysis programs such as JMP, MiniTab or R.
- Skilled at writing clear plans, reports and SOPs.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, logical and analytical thinking, ability to multitask, work independently and on a team, and the ability to learn, troubleshoot, and problem solve are essential
- Experience with Nucleic Acid extraction, NGS Library preparation, and liquid handlers are a plus for this role
Compensation: The estimated hourly range for this position is $60-$70 per hour at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. As a temporary associate, your employment will be managed directly through our approved agency provider.
Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Recently voted a Best Place to Work, Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.
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