Job Description

Our client is looking for a Senior Scientist who will become an integral part of a collaborative and innovative team leading the design and development of cancer genomic assays, including tissue-based assays and blood-based circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) tests. The Senior Scientist is part of our laboratory research and development team and reports to the Senior Manager, Assay development. We are looking for a key team player working in the cross-functional research and product development teams to ensure rigorous, fast-paced assay development of our molecular oncogenomic assays. What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do

• Focused on wet-lab genomic assay development by researching, designing, troubleshooting and carrying out experimental methodologies for assay and product development
• Produces and analyzes appropriate sequencing data for R&D and new product development.
• Maintains knowledge of precision oncology, genomics technology development in the field
• Effectively communicates and collaborates across development teams including, bioinformatics, computational biology, artificial intelligence, engineering and software, and product management to ensure timely development of the highest quality end-to-end products.
• Contributes and present results in internal scientific meetings, innovation planning, conferences
• Contributes to product testing and validations including but not limited to troubleshooting, planning, designing experiments, analysis and report writing.
• Contributes and writes scientific manuscripts and other scientific publications.
• Responsible for training, onboarding and mentoring of research and development team members
• Provides technical support and expertise to internal and customer-facing teams regarding methodologies, assays and products
• Creates appropriate resources for new methods and assays, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), user manuals and educational materials.
• Works under minimum supervision and reports to the Senior Manager, Assay Development.

Who you are

• A Ph.D. in molecular biology, cancer genomics, or related discipline with a minimum of 5+ years of work-related experience.
• Genomic assay development experience with methodologies including multiplex amplicon panels, hybrid capture-based, whole genome sequencing methods using next-generation sequencing technology such as Illumina, Oxford Nanopore, etc.
• Design and development experience with other molecular biology platforms that support orthogonal validation of NGS including droplet digital PCR, qPCR, etc.
• Competent in using bioinformatics analysis tools and genomic databases
• A positive and innovative team player that can drive collaborative projects
• A highly driven individual that values high quality, integrity, and dedication and thrives in a fast-paced environment

Job Type: Full-time Salary: $110,000.00-$130,000.00 per year Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• Post-Doctorate (preferred)

Experience:

• sequencing with illumina/Oxford Nanopore: 2 years (required)
• Genomic assay development: 3 years (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC