Research Scientist - MCED Assay Development

Exact Sciences • Palladio, PR

1d • $100,000 - $150,000

About The Position

At Exact Sciences, we’re helping change how the world prevents, detects and guides treatment for cancer. We give patients and clinicians the clarity needed to make confident decisions when they matter most. Join our team to find a purpose-driven career, an inclusive culture, and robust benefits to support your life while you’re working to help others. Position Overview The Research Scientist works both independently and collaboratively on multiple assay development projects, taking an active role in planning projects and experiments and often serving as the technical lead responsible for successful execution. The position requires making detailed observations, analyzing data, and interpreting results to solve complex scientific problems, translating research ideas and concepts into the product development pipeline towards development of oncology diagnostic assay products.

Requirements

• Ability to identify complex scientific or technical problems and drive them to effective solutions.
• Ability to organize, present, and clearly convey moderate issues and technical problems to a range of audiences.
• Strong collaboration skills across team, department, and cross-functional partners.
• Ability to effectively work on several varied projects at one time, with frequently changing priorities.
• Commitment to upholding company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• PhD in life sciences, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical/physical/biological science, or related field; or Master’s degree in life sciences, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical/physical/biological science, or related field and 4 years of related experience in lieu of a PhD; or Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical/physical/biological science, or related field and 6 years of related experience in lieu of PhD.
• 1+ years of experience in medical device/IVD, biotech, life science, or pharmaceutical industry.
• Demonstrated ability to apply molecular biology and/or biochemical techniques.
• Demonstrated understanding of GMP, ISO, and Quality Systems.
• Good knowledge of molecular biology and/or biochemistry and/or next-generation sequencing (NGS) and genomics.
• Basic knowledge of statistical and mathematical methods in biology/genetics/genomics; including experience with statistical software, such as JMP
• Proficient computer skills to include Internet navigation, Email usage, and word processing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office to include Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• PhD 2+ years of experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, preferably in molecular diagnostics.
• Experience with the development of DNA detection assays.
• Experience with data analysis using R or Python.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex scientific problems that require strong analytical thinking and creative problem solving.
• Independently design, execute, and analyze bench-level experiments, operating and maintaining relevant scientific instrumentation and escalating issues as needed.
• Apply and optimize existing methods and technologies while proposing and evaluating new experimental approaches.
• Exercise sound judgment within established practices and policies to select methods, interpret data, and drive to clear, actionable conclusions.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and compliant laboratory documentation in accordance with legal, ISO, and QSR requirements.
• Contribute scientific insight to project planning and experimental design, generating and communicating development plans for key project components.
• Prepare clear reports and presentations of results, conclusions, and next steps for technical teams and project stakeholders.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional project teams to achieve departmental and project objectives.
• Ability to support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Benefits

• paid time off (including days for vacation, holidays, volunteering, and personal time)
• paid leave for parents and caregivers
• a retirement savings plan
• wellness support
• health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree