La Jolla, California30+ days ago
PhD in life sciences, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical/physical/biological science, or related field; or Master’s degree in life sciences, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical/physical/biological science, or related field and 4 years of related experience in lieu of a PhD; or Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, chemical/physical/biological science, or related field and 6 years of related experience in lieu of PhD. Responsibilities include: assessment and optimization of nucleic acid extraction chemistries, designing and optimizing next-generation sequencing (NGS) assays, analyzing and interpreting complex NGS data, validating methodologies, supporting laboratory automation development, preparing regulatory documentation, and collaborating across functions to further clinical diagnostics and precision medicine initiatives.