Product Development & Validation Scientist at Caris Life Sciences Tempe, AZ 85280
Product Development & Validation Scientists are responsible for designing and developing novel molecular diagnostic assays in oncology.
The incumbent will join a team of highly-skilled scientists and is expected to bring forth new ideas and ways of thinking in order to advance Caris' leading edge research, development and validation.
Job
Responsibilities:
Design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results, summarize and document results in support of department project development objectives.
Design validation studies according to Regulatory guidelines, select samples according to their molecular profiles, ensure the proper controlled studies are designed and performed, ensure all details are captured during the lab work, including the reagent lots, devices ID etc.
, ensure all details of the studies are capture and communicated to the Bioinformatics, analyze and summarize data according to the studies acceptance criteria and prepare validation reports.
Supervise Research Associates (5-10 people) in performing the above mentioned tasks.
Maintain laboratory records in accordance with company standardsAssist with lab planning and equipment calibration and maintenance.
Assist in the preparation of scholarly articles for publication; present results of independent research; write reports/summaries for internal communications as well as patents and complete scientific papers for peer reviewed journals, publishing abstracts, manuscripts, or industry requirementsEngage in continuous learning and skill development, including both scientific and laboratory technology educationAssists as needed to perform other related duties and special projects as required.
Accepts other duties as assignedRequirements:
Knowledge, Skills, and ExperienceNGS (Illumina) experience.
Experience in assay development/validation for clinical labs.
Creative and innovative researcher as evidenced by high quality publications.
Demonstrated success in initiating and leading new projects.
Strong background in molecular biology, molecular genetics or related fileds.
Advanced knowledge of bioinformatics or statistics is a big plus.
Ability to independently solve or escalate problems appropriately and in a timely manner.
Willingness to challenge the status quo and to embrace thoughtful risk.
Strong team skills with an ability to work with other employees in a positive and constructive way.
Good business judgment.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, PowerpointDrive for Results (Service, Quality, and Continuous Improvement) - Ensure procedures and processes are in place that lead to delivery of quality results and continually reassess their effectiveness to achieve continuous improvement.
Communication - Proficient verbal and written communication skills; willingness to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization in order to achieve the desired results.
Teamwork - Commitment to the successful achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with and help other members of the team.
Customer Service Focus - Demonstrate a focus on listening to and understanding client/customer needs and then delighting the client/customer by exceeding service and quality expectations.
Education, Certification/Licensure, and/or ExperiencePh.
D.
in a molecular biology, molecular genetics, biochemistry or related fields required.
Three to five years productive post-graduate experience required as evidenced by high quality publication(s)Biopharma or diagnostics industry experience in cancer or related fields preferred.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The incumbent will join a team of highly-skilled scientists and is expected to bring forth new ideas and ways of thinking in order to advance Caris' leading edge research, development and validation.
Job
Responsibilities:
Design and conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results, summarize and document results in support of department project development objectives.
Design validation studies according to Regulatory guidelines, select samples according to their molecular profiles, ensure the proper controlled studies are designed and performed, ensure all details are captured during the lab work, including the reagent lots, devices ID etc.
, ensure all details of the studies are capture and communicated to the Bioinformatics, analyze and summarize data according to the studies acceptance criteria and prepare validation reports.
Supervise Research Associates (5-10 people) in performing the above mentioned tasks.
Maintain laboratory records in accordance with company standardsAssist with lab planning and equipment calibration and maintenance.
Assist in the preparation of scholarly articles for publication; present results of independent research; write reports/summaries for internal communications as well as patents and complete scientific papers for peer reviewed journals, publishing abstracts, manuscripts, or industry requirementsEngage in continuous learning and skill development, including both scientific and laboratory technology educationAssists as needed to perform other related duties and special projects as required.
Accepts other duties as assignedRequirements:
Knowledge, Skills, and ExperienceNGS (Illumina) experience.
Experience in assay development/validation for clinical labs.
Creative and innovative researcher as evidenced by high quality publications.
Demonstrated success in initiating and leading new projects.
Strong background in molecular biology, molecular genetics or related fileds.
Advanced knowledge of bioinformatics or statistics is a big plus.
Ability to independently solve or escalate problems appropriately and in a timely manner.
Willingness to challenge the status quo and to embrace thoughtful risk.
Strong team skills with an ability to work with other employees in a positive and constructive way.
Good business judgment.
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, PowerpointDrive for Results (Service, Quality, and Continuous Improvement) - Ensure procedures and processes are in place that lead to delivery of quality results and continually reassess their effectiveness to achieve continuous improvement.
Communication - Proficient verbal and written communication skills; willingness to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization in order to achieve the desired results.
Teamwork - Commitment to the successful achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with and help other members of the team.
Customer Service Focus - Demonstrate a focus on listening to and understanding client/customer needs and then delighting the client/customer by exceeding service and quality expectations.
Education, Certification/Licensure, and/or ExperiencePh.
D.
in a molecular biology, molecular genetics, biochemistry or related fields required.
Three to five years productive post-graduate experience required as evidenced by high quality publication(s)Biopharma or diagnostics industry experience in cancer or related fields preferred.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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