About the role
AI summarisedThe Assay Development Research Officer will join MiRXES Lab's Technology Development team to translate research into robust clinical diagnostic assays. The role involves wet lab work focused on molecular technologies such as RT-PCR, isothermal amplification, and NGS for applications in miRNA, DNA methylation, mutations, and pathogen detection. The position requires hands-on experimentation, troubleshooting, data analysis, and collaboration across R&D, engineering, and commercial teams.
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Key Responsibilities
- Development and optimization of clinical diagnostic tests based on molecular technology e.g. RT-PCR, isothermal amplification, NGS (~90% wet lab time)
- Specific applications of molecular technology in miRNA, DNA methylation, mutations as well as pathogens of interest e.g EBV, HPV
- Explore new technologies to meet/exceed current clinical requirements on diagnostics tests
- Assisting in design and execution of experiments
- Troubleshooting, analysing data, interpreting results critically, and keeping a detailed record of experiments
- Actively providing scientific input in both multifunctional and R&D team meetings
- Work closely with other Scientists, Engineering, and Commercial colleagues on projects to provide scientific inputs related to company products or research
- Participate in experimental design, troubleshooting and new technology development
Requirements
- Diploma/BSc or equivalent in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or related field
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in RT-qPCR and/or molecular biology research
- Fluency in molecular detection methodologies
- Assay design and development in oncology-related areas is preferred
- Basic knowledge of basic regulatory issues
- A meticulous, ‘hands-on’ person who welcomes challenges, works independently or as part of a team, and can communicate effectively at all levels