Staff Scientist, Single-Cell Multiomics Product Development

Job Summary

Lead assay development for the BD Rhapsody™ platform, driving high‑quality product launches through feasibility studies, process and QC development, optimizations, verification & validation, and tech transfer support. Work collaboratively with wet‑lab scientists, bioinformatics experts, and commercial partners to design and execute experiments, analyze single‑cell genomics data, and present findings to cross‑functional teams.

• Lead assay development tasks for the BD Rhapsody™ platform, including feasibility studies, process and QC development, optimization, verification & validation, and tech transfer support.
• Drive development work in collaboration with wet‑lab scientists, bioinformatics scientists, commercial and operational partners.
• Design and perform hands‑on experiments to achieve development objectives.
• Independently analyze and interpret single‑cell genomics data and present results to cross‑functional teams.
• Compile analyses and develop protocols, technical notes, posters, and presentations showcasing Rhapsody platform performance.
• Provide scientific expertise to optimize current products and support the development of new product applications.

• Doctoral degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, biomedical sciences, or a related field.
• 8+ years of research experience, including 5+ years of industry experience in a related field.
• Extensive experience with RNA‑seq and other next‑generation sequencing techniques, including library preparation, sequencing, and data analysis.
• Experience with genomic assays using FFPE (formalin‑fixed, paraffin‑embedded) samples.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, rapidly changing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop assay products, critically analyze data, and maintain excellent experimental records.
• Preferred: FFPE sample handling expertise; assay/reagent product development; spatial genomics and/or proteomics; single‑cell multiomics assays; biopharma/translational market experience; immunology background.

United States, CA – Milpitas Campus, 155

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