Senior Scientist of Research and Molecular Assay Development

Sonic Healthcare USA•Rye Brook, NY

2d•$150,000 - $195,000•Onsite

About The Position

We're not just a workplace - we're a Great Place to Work certified employer! Proudly certified as a Great Place to Work, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. At Sonic Healthcare USA, we emphasize teamwork and innovation. Check out our job openings and advance your career with a company that values its team members! Location: Rye Brook, NY Days: Monday - Friday Salary range: $150K - $195K Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Full-time: Benefit Eligible In this role, you will:

Responsibilities

Collaborate with senior leadership to align research and clinical validation priorities with organizational goals.
Supervise and mentor a team of Molecular Technologists working under their supervision, fostering a culture of scientific excellence and continuous improvement.
Oversee daily molecular R&D testing operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with any regulatory agency at any level.
Lead the design, optimization, and validation of high-throughput molecular assays for clinical and pharma applications.
Conduct comprehensive validation studies, including precision, accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity assessments.
Review the critical steps in developing new assays or technologies.
Provide scientific and technical guidance for assay troubleshooting.
Maintain robust quality assurance and quality control programs; implement corrective actions as needed.
Develop, review, and update SOPs to ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
Collaborate with the QA Manager to prepare for inspections and audits; provide detailed reports and documentation.
Identify emerging technologies and methodologies to enhance molecular testing capabilities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support research initiatives and pharma partnerships.
Contribute to strategic planning for laboratory growth and integration of novel molecular platforms.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Ensure adherence to CAP/CLIA/NYSDOH standards, other regulatory agencies, and internal SOPs.
Manage and coordinate the procurement of laboratory supplies and equipment, as well as for special projects.
Ensure all instrument maintenance is performed and documented; administer all established quality control procedures; and troubleshoot instruments effectively when appropriate.
Maintain medical laboratory supplies inventory, determine inventory level, and anticipate needed supplies.