Molecular Biologist - PCR​/qPCR Specialist

Founded in 2020 amid the pandemic, Vitacore Industries prioritizes healthcare worker safety and environmental responsibility in all technological innovations. Committed to protecting both people and the planet, we've recently initiated recycling partnerships across Canada to address single-use plastic waste. As we expand our product lines and markets, we invite talented individuals to join us in making a substantial impact in healthcare, recycling, and beyond.

Job Listed On

January 9, 2024

Time Commitment:

Full-Time

Location:

Burnaby, BC

We are a fast-moving startup developing an ultra-fast qPCR platform paired with a custom-built AI system designed specifically for qPCR data analysis. Unlike generic integrations, our AI is engineered in-house by our software developers to directly interpret qPCR signals, optimize assay parameters, and accelerate decision-making.

We are seeking a PhD-level Molecular Biologist with deep expertise in PCR and qPCR. You will design and optimize protocols for our next-generation system, generate high-quality datasets for AI training/validation, and collaborate directly with developers and engineers to shape how wet-lab and computational pipelines converge.

This is an opportunity to pioneer breakthrough diagnostics technology in a lean, ambitious environment where your contributions have direct impact.

• PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related field.
• Proven track record in developing and optimizing PCR/qPCR protocols.
• Hands-on experience with multiple qPCR platforms.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret qPCR data.
• Enthusiasm for interdisciplinary work with computational and AI teams.
• Adaptable, resourceful, and comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced startup setting.
• Bonus: Experience designing experiments that support machine learning or computational model training.

• Design, develop, and optimize PCR and ultra-fast qPCR protocols tailored to our novel platform.
• Run, troubleshoot, and validate assays across multiple qPCR instruments (Applied Biosystems, Bio-Rad, Agilent, etc.).
• Generate and annotate datasets to support the training and validation of in-house AI algorithms.
• Collaborate with software developers to define metadata, parameters, and edge cases critical for robust AI model performance.
• Benchmark the performance of our custom qPCR + AI system against conventional workflows.
• Document protocols, results, and analyses thoroughly to ensure reproducibility and scalability.
• Stay current on advancements in molecular biology and computational analysis, bringing ideas that push the science forward.

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