Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Research Scientist Contractor
Location: La Jolla, CA
Pay Rate: $50–$53/hr
Duration: 3 months / through EOY
Lead verification and validation studies supporting the launch and regulatory submission of NGS-based multi-cancer early detection molecular tests in a CAP/CLIA clinical laboratory environment. Responsibilities include study design and execution, quantitative data analysis, interpretation of experimental results, protocol development, technical reporting, and support for PMA and IDE submissions. Collaborate with biostatistics, bioinformatics, regulatory, medical, quality, and clinical laboratory teams. Provide technical guidance to junior research associates and support laboratory operations and quality management requirements.
Education
PhD in a relevant scientific field; or
Master's degree in a related field with 4+ years of relevant experience; or
Bachelor's degree in a related field with 6+ years of relevant experience.
Required Skills
NGS-based molecular assay experience
Verification and validation study design and execution
Complex experimental design and quantitative data analysis
Molecular diagnostics and multi-cancer early detection testing
CAP/CLIA clinical laboratory operations
Laboratory operations and management
PMA and IDE regulatory submission support
Protocol and procedure development
Scientific data interpretation and technical reporting
Quality Management System (QMS) compliance
Preferred Skills
Experience supporting molecular diagnostic product launches
Experience working with biostatistics and bioinformatics teams
Experience presenting and defending experimental findings in scientific project reviews
Experience mentoring junior research scientists or research associates
Experience with clinical laboratory regulatory and quality requirements
Numbers & Facts
| Location | La Jolla, CA |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $50–$53 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 500 to 999 employees |
| Website | https://www.thefountaingroup.com/ |
About Company
The Fountain Group provides Contingent Labor, Statement-of-Work, and Contingent-to-Permanent resources to clients with an internal/external Contingent Labor Managed Service Program or Clients without a program. The Fountain Group is committed to the belief that we all share in the responsibility to conduct our businesses in a socially and environmentally responsible manner. We base this on the premise that a company is much more than the products it offers. The effect a company has on the environment, the people and the communities it serves reflects the company’s dedication to being not only a good business, but to being a good corporate citizen. The Fountain Group believes the key to servicing a client is to identify the client demand precisely. Therefore, The Fountain Group focused its efforts on building and developing a process, which can identify an exact match for our client’s needs. Our process utilizes modern technology combined with 30+ years of Talent Acquisition experience to deliver Precision resources. Financial strength is prominent among The Fountain Group’s corporate values. The future of our business will be built on the innovation, compassion, outstanding services and technology, but a solid financial foundation is required to carry us forward to meet our business goal and support our long term vision.
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