About the role
AI summarisedThermo Fisher Scientific seeks a Staff Scientist in Molecular Biology qPCR to lead technical discovery and innovation in qPCR assay and workflow development. The role involves driving experimental strategy, collaborating with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams, and mentoring scientists in a fast-paced biotech environment.
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Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the technical lead qPCR assays and related workflows.
- Define experimental strategy development, innovation, and alignment with business objectives.
- Drive innovation in assay chemistry, multiplex design, and workflow automation to improve performance and scalability.
- Lead experimental programs in collaboration with R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality teams.
- Analyze and summarize data; provide technical insights that guide decision-making.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with bioinformatics, automation engineering, and product management teams to integrate molecular workflows into Thermo Fisher platforms.
- Mentor scientists, encouraging collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with Thermo Fisher Scientific's quality systems, laboratory safety standards, and applicable regulatory requirements (ISO, GLP, CLIA).
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or a related field with 7+ years of R&D experience; or M.S. with 10+ years of R&D experience in qPCR or related molecular biology applications.
- Success leading assay development projects from concept through validation and transfer to production.
- Hands-on experience with PCR (probe-based and multiplex formats) and familiarity with Thermo Fisher qPCR platforms.
- Track record of technical innovation, authorship of scientific publications, or patent contributions in molecular assay development.
- Experience working under quality and regulatory environments.
- Deep understanding of molecular biology, assay design principles.
- Strong statistical and data analysis capabilities; experience with Design of Experiments (DoE) and data visualization tools.
- Clear communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and align technical direction across teams.
- Leadership in mentoring, cross-functional collaboration, and driving technical discovery.
- Strategic problem solver who combines scientific depth with business insight.
- Familiarity with NGS workflows, or emerging nucleic acid detection technologies.