Research Scientist

This is a bench-heavy position designed for a scientist who thrives in the "wet lab." You will bridge the gap between complex experimental design and precise execution, contributing directly to genomic research as part of FDA PMA approval.

Location: West Lafayette, IN (On-site)

Environment: Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) laboratory handling human blood, serum and other biospecimens requiring use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Employment Type: Full-Time (6–9 Month Contract with Benefits)

• Experiment Execution: Work with a team to contribute to study design and execute complex molecular biology experiments at the bench.
• NGS Workflow: Execute all aspects of experiments, including library preparation and sequencing protocols.
• Data Insight: Participate in analysis of experimental results to iterate on protocols and provide actionable insights for broader research goals.
• Compliance: Maintain rigorous documentation standards to meet internal and regulatory (FDA/GLP) requirements around data integrity.
• Communication: Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and present findings clearly.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritize work and manage time to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• NGS Expertise: Track record of high-quality research with a background in Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) and DNA Methylation.
• Bench Strength: A passion for "wet lab" work and technical precision.

• Post-Doctoral research experience in oncology or biomarker discovery.
• Familiarity with FDA protocols, GLP, or CLIA environments.

This isn't just a research role; it’s an opportunity to apply specialized expertise to a high-priority industry project with real-world clinical implications. You’ll work in a collaborative environment where technical mastery is the top priority.

As an AI-driven healthcare company, we focus on detecting cancer early and enabling widespread adoption of convenient and affordable testing. By transforming the paradigm of screening, we can find cancer early—when it is most treatable—so everyone can have the best chance to beat it.

Helio Genomics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

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Please send your CV to with the Subject Line: Research Scientist - Helio Genomics