Research Assistant, Cancer Diagnostics

Agilent Technologies•Carpinteria, CA

9d•$28 - $44•Hybrid

About The Position

Agilent's Companion Diagnostics Business (CDx) partners closely with leading pharmaceutical companies to develop, manufacture, and commercialize in vitro diagnostic devices, which are a critical part of precision medicine. The CDx business serves to support the development of targeted cancer therapies. See http://www.agilent.com/en-us/dako-products for details. Be a part of the future of Precision Medicine! Our mission is to improve the human condition by bringing the power of precision medicine to labs, partners and patients globally. Want to build a career in a dynamic, results-focused environment? Join the team that's providing technical support for R&D products. Here under appropriate guidance, you'll plan and execute experiments to develop CDx assays and provide solutions, learning continuously through ongoing training and on-the-job experience. We are looking for a hardworking and dedicated R&D Tech to join our CDx Research and Development Department. You will provide research support to develop accurate, robust, and precise assays. You will work in a cross-functional team dedicated to the design and development of CDx assays in a highly regulated environment and perform the following activities: Responsibilities include: Working in a cross-functional team that supports clinical trials testing new targeted anti-cancer drugs, by contributing to the development of tailored companion diagnostic assays. Providing technical support to develop immunohistochemistry (IHC) assays, in situ hybridization (ISH) assays, and possibly molecular biology-based assays. Planning and executing analytical studies as described in existing documents. Participating in evaluating and reporting experimental results Contributing to generation of general protocols, reports and publications. Participating as a key contributor in project teams Facilitating transfer of completed development projects into commercial products. Understanding and implementing our quality management system framework. Quality is our passion. Solving technical design problems. Ensuring success through collaboration with your team. With training and coaching, increase understanding of histology and pathology, especially with regard to Oncology and relevant biomarkers

Requirements

BS/BA in Biology, Biochemistry, or related field or equivalent education and experience
1-2+ years of related laboratory experience, within an academic or industry lab
Ability to follow Quality System regulations including Design Control
Demonstration of excellent verbal and written communication
Analytical, creative and works well in a team environment
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Good problem-solving skills
Detail-oriented and good organizational skills
Ability to work diligently with speed and focus

Nice To Haves

2+ years of related laboratory experience, within an academic or industry lab
Background in biology techniques including immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, fluorescent techniques, protein biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology, and microscopy.
Background in one or more of the following: tumor biology, immunology, and histology

Responsibilities

Working in a cross-functional team that supports clinical trials testing new targeted anti-cancer drugs, by contributing to the development of tailored companion diagnostic assays.
Providing technical support to develop immunohistochemistry (IHC) assays, in situ hybridization (ISH) assays, and possibly molecular biology-based assays.
Planning and executing analytical studies as described in existing documents.
Participating in evaluating and reporting experimental results
Contributing to generation of general protocols, reports and publications.
Participating as a key contributor in project teams
Facilitating transfer of completed development projects into commercial products.
Understanding and implementing our quality management system framework.
Solving technical design problems.
Ensuring success through collaboration with your team.
With training and coaching, increase understanding of histology and pathology, especially with regard to Oncology and relevant biomarkers