Senior Research Scientist

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Tempe, AZ - 85281time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR104508
** At Caris, we understand that cancer is an ugly word—a word no one wants to hear, but one that connects us all. That’s why we’re not just transforming cancer care—we’re changing lives.
** We introduced precision medicine to the world and built an industry around the idea that every patient deserves answers as unique as their DNA. Backed by cutting-edge molecular science and AI, we ask ourselves every day:  That question drives everything we do. But our mission doesn’t stop with cancer. We're pushing the frontiers of medicine and leading a revolution in healthcare—driven by innovation, compassion, and purpose.

** Join us in our mission to improve the human condition across multiple diseases. If you're passionate about meaningful work and want to be part of something bigger than yourself, Caris is where your impact begins.
**** Positions Summary
** Senior Research Scientists (SRS) are responsible for conducting scientific research leading to the discovery and development of high value, proprietary molecular diagnostic products and related technologies.

SRSs are responsible for performing or supervising Research Associates, Associate Research Scientists, and Research Scientists I’s performing various techniques that include, but are not limited to, IHC staining using an autostainer (preferred but manual staining experience is okay), scanning of formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissue, formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissue macro-dissection, RNA/DNA extractions, assays for nucleic acid quantification and QC, PCR and real time PCR, Next Generation Sequencing, protein extraction, assays for protein quantification and QC, western Blotting, ELISA and ELONA, sample preparation for mass spectrometry, mass spectrometry, proteomics, chemical synthesis and/or conjugation, aptamer selection, biomarker discovery / target , affinity purification, immunoprecipitation, proximity labeling assays, cell culture, cell growth and viability assays, cytotoxicity assays, and immunocytochemistry.

This position works under the direction of directors of R&D or the VP of R&D and follows standard laboratory procedures and policies.

** Job Responsibilities
*** Design and conduct experiments, collect data and analyze results in support of department project development objectives.
* Senior Scientist leads and directs a cohort of researchers of various levels (Research Associate I – Research Scientist II) to complete tasks, timelines and milestones.
* Lead a multidisciplinary team that designs, organizes, and coordinates multiple research projects.
* Design, perform, and/or oversee experiments and data collection to ensure data integrity, quality control, and protocol compliance.
* Maintain knowledge and stay up to date with relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems.
* Train Molecular Lab Operations Specialists, Molecular Technologists, and Research Associates in new technologies, implementing technology changes, or upon hire.
* Maintain laboratory equipment, including completing logs and maintenance, e.g. clean, sterilize, maintain, and shut down laboratory equipment, accessories, and instruments used in research experiments, daily and weekly as required.
* Assist with lab planning and equipment calibration and maintenance.
* Assist in the preparation of scholarly articles for publication. Present results of independent research; write reports/summaries for internal communications as well as patents and complete scientific papers for peer reviewed journals, publishing abstracts, manuscripts, or industry requirements.
* Engage in continuous learning and skill development, including both scientific and laboratory technology education.
* Assist as needed to perform other related duties and special projects as required.
* Maintain laboratory records in accordance with company standards.
* Follow all standard operating procedures, safety and security policies and prescribed practices, policies and guidelines; use Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) manual as…