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Scientist II
Job in
Santa Clara, Santa Clara County, California, 95053, USA
Listed on 2026-08-06
Listing for:
Doist
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-06
Job specializations:
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Biotech Research
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client, a world leader in life sciences and biotechnology, is looking for a “Scientist II” based out of Santa Clara, CA.
Job Duration:
Long Term Contract (Possibility Of Extension) PR: $65/Hr on W2 with benefits.
Company Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid Sick leave
- 401K
We are seeking a Scientist to join the Assay Development team supporting the development of RUO and CE-IVD/IVD products for next-generation sequencing (NGS) platforms. This role will focus on assay development, optimization, validation, and execution of molecular biology workflows within a design-controlled environment.
Key Responsibilities- Design, execute, and troubleshoot laboratory experiments related to NGS assay development.
- Perform molecular biology techniques including PCR, qPCR, nucleic acid extraction, target enrichment, and library preparation.
- Support assay optimization, characterization, reagent selection, and validation activities.
- Operate automated liquid handling systems and sequencing instrumentation.
- Analyze experimental data and prepare technical summaries, reports, and presentations.
- Maintain accurate laboratory documentation, SOPs, and Design History File (DHF) records.
- Support design control, verification, and validation activities in compliance with ISO 13485 and quality system requirements.
- Participate in reagent preparation, inventory management, equipment maintenance, and laboratory operations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or related field;
Master’s degree preferred. - 5+ years of laboratory experience (less with advanced degree) in molecular biology, assay development, or NGS applications.
- Hands-on experience with PCR, qPCR, nucleic acid extraction, library preparation, and NGS workflows.
- Experience with assay development, optimization, validation, and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with automated liquid handling platforms (Hamilton, Tecan, Bravo, etc.) and sequencing instruments.
- Strong data analysis, documentation, and technical writing skills.
- Experience working in regulated environments with ISO 13485, design controls, SOPs, and DHF documentation preferred.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Knowledge of NGS target enrichment workflows.
- Experience with statistical analysis tools such as JMP, R, or Python.
- Prior experience supporting IVD, molecular diagnostics, or genomics product development.
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