Scientist I- Molecular Assay Development

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Scientist I for a contract assignment with one of our premier Pharmaceutical services clients in Santa Clara, CA.

Responsibilities :
Highly motivated and skilled scientist needed to contribute to Assay Development support of on-market products and potential development of new companion diagnostic assays in the Oncology and Genetics area.

• Experimentation
  • Under close supervision, conducts lab experiments following safety guidelines. Work from and understand protocols provided. Appropriately documents experimental details in eLN and follows RMD guidance documents for ensuring data integrity. May provide experiment details and conclusions for design history files. May troubleshoot issues related to experiments. Execute activities within the assigned timeframe.
• Data Analysis
  • Is capable of analyzing experimental data using basic skills and existing templates created for the purpose. Is able to follow protocols for data analysis with supervision.
  • Communication (written and verbal)
  • Communicates results to supervisor in a timely manner. Uses basic technical writing skills to write lab reports in eLN and DHFs (e.g., protocols and reports). May present findings at group meetings. Ability to receive and provide feedback.
• Professional Interactions
  • May establish professional relationships, as appropriate. May participate in active collaboration within Development. Accountable and responsible for creating and maintaining a culture of respectful and professional interactions among the entire team.
• Laboratory Management
  • Participates in routine lab maintenance, lab safety, ISO, and QSR implementation. May track laboratory inventory (e.g., equipment, supplies, specimens, raw materials, reagents).
• Technical Understanding
  • Has basic understanding of molecular/microbiology and biochemical concepts (e.g., PCR, sterile technique, calculations). Familiar with assay and platform.
• People Management (Line)
  • Not responsible for direct management of staff
• People Management (Matrix)
  • Not responsible for matrix management of staff
• Project Management
  • Be aware of project timelines and actively contribute towards the completion of project goals.
• Leadership
  • Accountable for own career development and engagement. Demonstrate the firm's cultural beliefs and growth mindset

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field
• Min years: 0-5 years
• Soft skills: strong critical thinking and problem solving skills with a meticulous attention to detail, effective communication and interpersonal skills to work across a multitude of functional areas, good organizational skills, self-motivated and able to manage time effectively to meet project timelines, can work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced timeline driven environment
• Hard skills: expertise in DNA/RNA isolation, proficiency in PCR, qPCR, and digital PCR applications preferred, strong proficiency in data analysis using statistical tools (e.g. JMP)

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