Research Associate III, ddPCR Assay development- Temporary

Bio-Rad Laboratories • Pleasanton, CA

22h

About The Position

Join Bio-Rad’s Life Science Group to develop products for oncology research and biopharmaceutical testing using droplet digital PCR (ddPCR) technology. This role contributes to product development from proof-of-concept through launch, including planning and conducting experiments, designing and optimizing ddPCR assays, analyzing and presenting data, and resolving technical problems. The position collaborates with research scientists and associates to deliver applications and products intended to support healthcare outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or a related life science field.
• At least 5 years of relevant laboratory experience; PCR assay experience is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of experiment design and execution, data analysis, and problem-solving.
• Hands-on experience with molecular biology laboratory techniques and nucleic acid technology relating to PCR, qPCR, and/or digital PCR.
• Ability to present results clearly and concisely and collaborate within a team.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret experimental results and identify and overcome assay-development challenges.
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, JMP, and other experimentation and analysis tools.
• Ability to self-motivate, multitask, and make intellectual contributions to multiple projects.
• Attention to detail and excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with PCR assays.
• Experience designing and optimizing PCR-based assays.

Responsibilities

• Perform moderate to advanced laboratory experiments to develop and optimize ddPCR assays.
• Independently analyze and interpret data, summarize and document experimental results, and communicate and present data to the team and project stakeholders.
• Write verification test plans and reports supporting new product development.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges during assay development with little or no assistance.
• Lead improvements to protocols and processes.
• Assist and collaborate with research scientists and associates to achieve shared goals.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level