Senior Scientist

Precision for Medicine•Houston, TX

13d•$100,600 - $151,000

About The Position

The Senior Scientist leads protein expression assays on tissues and liquid biopsies, including circulating tumor cells (CTCs). The role is responsible for assay design and development, validation, and timely sample testing; ensuring work follows SOPs; and supporting the creation of new procedures and improvement of existing SOPs. The position supervises assigned laboratory staff to support efficient organization, quality, development, and execution of projects, and communicates results effectively to clients while building relationships to support future work. The Senior Scientist leads the development and implementation of protein expression services for Precision customers’ translational research needs. The role designs and performs experiments independently, analyzes and presents data, supports productivity and quality, coordinates project timelines with management, trains and mentors junior staff, troubleshoots scientific issues, and contributes to safe laboratory practices. It also collaborates with technical teams, monitors project expenses, serves as a scientific resource for clients and internal stakeholders, and assists with client reports and presentations. The role may occasionally require extended work hours to meet business demands. Physical requirements include lifting and carrying 1–15 pounds, lifting up to 50 pounds overhead with assistance, frequent sitting and use of grasping and finger dexterity, and possible exposure to freezer temperatures ranging from -20°C to -196°C. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employer sponsorship.

Requirements

Ph.D. in cell biology, oncology, or a related field and at least 6 years of relevant laboratory experience, or a Master’s degree and at least 10 years of experience in an academic core or industry.
Experience in cell culture.
Experience with manual staining and automated protocols, such as use of the Leica Bond autostainer, for multiplex immunofluorescence (mIF) assays.
Experience with Indica Halo or other digital pathology software.
Ability to prioritize tasks and function in a team-oriented environment.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to organize and analyze data and prepare reports.
Excellent judgment and discretion.
Ability to read, write, speak fluently, and comprehend English.
Ability to lift and carry 1–15 pounds and lift up to 50 pounds overhead with assistance; frequent sitting, grasping, and right/left finger dexterity are required.
Ability to work in a cold freezer environment, with temperatures ranging from -20°C to -196°C.
Legally authorized to work in the country of employment without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

A solid understanding of current GLP and/or ISO/CAP/CLIA standards.
Experience supervising technical personnel.

Responsibilities

Lead development and implementation of protein expression services supporting customers’ translational research needs.
Design and perform experiments independently, and accurately analyze and present data.
Maintain high-quality output and build efficiency into productivity metrics.
Coordinate with management to develop project timelines and deliver on them.
Train and mentor junior staff in cell culture, antibody staining techniques, data analysis, collation, and presentation.
Assist in establishing and improving procedures and required SOP documentation.
Troubleshoot and correct scientific issues and problems.
Ensure experiments are performed using qualified equipment and that use and maintenance logs are up to date.
Maintain and support safe laboratory practices and environments.
Collaborate with other technical teams in resource sharing and provide technical expertise.
Monitor project-related expenses.
Serve as a scientific resource to external clients and internal stakeholders.
Assist with writing client reports and presentations as appropriate.
Supervise assigned project-related laboratory staff to ensure project quality, development, and execution.
Perform other duties as assigned.