Senior Research Scientist- Camebridge MA

ICON plc • Cambridge, MA

2d • $91,336 - $114,170 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Research Scientist at ICON, you will play a key role in clinical sample testing, assay development, and data analysis within a CLIA/CAP-accredited laboratory environment. This position requires strong expertise in next-generation sequencing (NGS), molecular biology techniques, and clinical NGS assay validation.

Requirements

• PhD in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Genomics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of post-graduate experience in NGS (preferred).
• Strong hands-on expertise in molecular biology techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in oncology, genetics, or infectious disease NGS assay development is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with laboratory automation systems, bioinformatics tools (e.g. IGV, secondary/tertiary analysis), IVD NGS test development/validation, or programming/AI are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical sample testing, including nucleic acid isolation, nucleic acid quantification and QC, library preparation (manual/automation), data analysis, and reporting laboratory results as directed.
• Develop, optimize, and validate NGS based clinical assays.
• Author and maintain technical documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), validation plans/reports and workbooks.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations to internal teams and external clients.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
• Retirement and pension plans
• Life assurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

What This Job Offers

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