Senior Scientific Expert

Overview

At QIAGEN, we are driven by a simple but powerful vision: making improvements in life possible. We are dedicated to revolutionizing science and healthcare, with a global presence and thousands of employees across six continents. We strive to identify talented individuals to join our exceptional teams and make a tangible difference in people’s lives.

The Senior Scientific Expert will join the QIAGEN Germantown R&D Team in research and development of innovative products to support and strengthen the IVD immunoassay portfolio. The ideal candidate will have experience developing in‑vitro diagnostic (IVD) products in a regulated environment, and a strong background in immunology/molecular biology. The role involves supporting and leading internal and external research activities with a broad cross‑functional team.

• Research adaptive immunity signaling pathways and kinetics of biomarker expression in response to antigen stimulation, with a focus on tuberculosis (TB).
• Understand current and emerging technologies in TB diagnostics.
• Research novel biomarkers that can be integrated or added as assays on QIAGEN product platforms, including ELISA, PCR, POCT, and NGS.
• Use bioinformatics tools to analyze data.
• Recommend innovative technologies and platforms to support the Quanti
  
  FERON product portfolio.
• Provide technical expertise in discussions with potential external collaborators.
• Lead meetings to outline new product opportunities with cross‑functional teams (Business Development, Marketing, R&D, Clinical Affairs, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Operations).
• Support product lifecycle activities following QIAGEN global design control processes for IVD products, from feasibility through lifecycle management.
• Lead R&D innovation team activities and serve as the primary R&D stakeholder on project teams.
• Mentor and train junior scientists on product innovation concepts.

• Ph.D. in Microbiology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, or related field, or an M.S. with a minimum of 5 years of IVD industry experience.
• In‑depth knowledge of biomarker discovery for infectious disease.
• Experience with statistical software such as Graph Pad Prism, JMP, or Minitab.
• Knowledge of TB pathology and host immune interactions is recommended but not required.
• Experience with IVD product development in a regulated environment is recommended.
• Experience with AI/machine‑learning tools is beneficial.
• Ability to present to executive and senior leadership.
• Ability to connect science and business.

• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, time‑management, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong background in data analysis.
• Strong teamwork and collaborative skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

Estimated base salary: $82,500 – $137,500, commensurate with experience and location. In addition to base salary, the package includes a bonus plan and generous benefits.

• Bonus/Commission
• Local benefits
• Referral Program
• Volunteer Day
• Internal Academy (QIALearn)
• Employee Assistance Program and internal QIAGEN communities

Our people are the heartbeat of everything we do. Passion drives us to innovate and evolve. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, supportive environment where each individual and team can flourish. We champion accountability and encourage entrepreneurial thinking.

QIAGEN is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology