Scientist II

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Scientist II, Microbiology is a hands-on laboratory role within the R&D Operations Microbiology Team focused on supporting the development of in vitro diagnostic products and microbiology capabilities.
• The Scientist II will plan and execute laboratory studies involving bacterial, viral, and fungal organisms; apply microbiology and molecular biology techniques; analyze and interpret experimental data; and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support assay and product development.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• This position provides an opportunity to contribute to the development and expansion of microbiology laboratory capabilities while Producting exposure to molecular diagnostic assay development, including real-time PCR and RT-PCR.
• Design, plan, and execute laboratory experiments in support of microbiology, assay development, and product development activities.
• Perform laboratory testing involving bacterial, viral, and fungal organisms in a BSL-2 environment.
• Apply microbiological techniques including microbial culture, microscopy, staining, and organism identification.
• Support real-time PCR and RT-PCR assay development and experimental studies.
• Collect, analyze, interpret, and summarize experimental data and communicate findings to technical and cross-functional teams.
• Develop, optimize, evaluate, and implement laboratory methods and test procedures.
• Troubleshoot experimental and technical issues using scientific principles and data-driven approaches.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation in accordance with applicable quality and laboratory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including Assay R&D and other technical functions, to support project objectives.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of microbiology laboratory capabilities, methods, and workflows.
• Follow applicable biological, chemical, and laboratory safety requirements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biology, or a related scientific field with 2+ years of relevant experience,
• Master’s degree in a related scientific field with 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience working in a microbiology, molecular biology, clinical, academic, or industry laboratory.
• Experience handling microorganisms and/or clinical specimens in a BSL-2 laboratory environment.
• Experience with microbiological techniques such as microbial culture, microscopy, staining, and bacterial identification.
• Knowledge of biological and chemical laboratory safety practices.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and execute experiments, troubleshoot technical problems, and analyze experimental data.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and data-analysis tools such as Excel, Minitab, or JMP.

Required Skills:

• Experience working with viruses or demonstrated expertise in virology.
• Experience with real-time PCR and/or RT-PCR.
• Knowledge of Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) standards and practices.
• Experience with laboratory instrumentation, automation, robotics, or prototype equipment.
• Knowledge of the in vitro diagnostic product-development lifecycle and design controls.
• Experience working within a regulated quality environment.