Analytical Development Technical Specialist

Hologic • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

At Hologic, we're passionate about advancing women's health through innovative diagnostic solutions that empower healthcare providers to detect disease earlier, deliver timely treatment, and improve patient outcomes. Hologic's San Diego Diagnostics site serves as a global center of excellence for molecular diagnostics, developing cutting-edge diagnostic assays and automated testing platforms that help laboratories around the world provide fast, accurate results for infectious diseases and other critical health conditions. Through a strong commitment to science, innovation, and quality, the San Diego team plays a vital role in delivering technologies that positively impact lives. As an Analytical Method Development Specialist, you will be a key contributor to the development, validation, and optimization of analytical methods for raw materials and oligonucleotides that support Hologic's innovative diagnostic products. Working in a collaborative, science-driven environment, you will generate high-quality data, investigate technical challenges, author critical documentation, and support continuous improvement initiatives that help bring reliable diagnostic solutions to market. Your work will directly contribute to the quality, performance, and success of technologies that enable healthcare providers to make informed decisions and improve lives worldwide.

Requirements

• Foundational knowledge of Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Knowledge of analytical laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and laboratory best practices.
• Ability to analyze experimental data, apply basic mathematics, and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Strong technical writing, documentation, and report-writing skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present technical information clearly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word.
• Understanding of cGMP, GLP, and data integrity requirements.
• Strong organizational, time-management, collaboration, and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Ability to present technical information clearly to scientific and non-scientific audiences.

Responsibilities

• Perform and support analytical method development, validation, qualification, and optimization activities for methods and equipment.
• Conduct analytical testing to support product development, raw material qualification, and internal/external customer needs.
• Support laboratory investigations, including QC and PTE investigations, and assist with troubleshooting analytical methods and equipment.
• Execute QC testing and notebook lot testing as needed to support development and manufacturing activities.
• Author and maintain technical documentation, including validation protocols, reports, summaries, and related records.
• Apply GMP and USP principles while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and overall laboratory effectiveness.

Benefits

• bonus eligible

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level