Clinical Molecular Geneticist - Vancouver, Canada - Alexandre Tremblay-Michaud, Consultation RH

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Description

Our client is looking for a Senior Scientist who will become an integral part of a collaborative and innovative team leading the design and development of cancer genomic assays, including tissue-based assays and blood-based circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) tests.

The Senior Scientist is part of our laboratory research and development team and reports to the Senior Manager, Assay development.


We are looking for a key team player working in the cross-functional research and product development teams to ensure rigorous, fast-paced assay development of our molecular oncogenomic assays.


What you'll do

  • Focused on wetlab genomic assay development by researching, designing, troubleshooting and carrying out experimental methodologies for assay and product development
  • Produces and analyzes appropriate sequencing data for R&D and new product development.
  • Maintains knowledge of precision oncology, genomics technology development in the field
  • Effectively communicates and collaborates across development teams including, bioinformatics, computational biology, artificial intelligence, engineering and software, and product management to ensure timely development of the highest quality endtoend products.
  • Contributes and present results in internal scientific meetings, innovation planning, conferences
  • Contributes to product testing and validations including but not limited to troubleshooting, planning, designing experiments, analysis and report writing.
  • Contributes and writes scientific manuscripts and other scientific publications.
  • Responsible for training, onboarding and mentoring of research and development team members
  • Provides technical support and expertise to internal and customerfacing teams regarding methodologies, assays and products
  • Creates appropriate resources for new methods and assays, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), user manuals and educational materials.
  • Works under minimum supervision and reports to the Senior Manager, Assay Development.

Who you are

  • A
    Ph.
D. in molecular biology, cancer genomics, or related discipline with a minimum of 5+ years of work-related experience.

  • Genomic assay development experience with methodologies including multiplex amplicon panels, hybrid capturebased, whole
    genome sequencing methods using
    nextgeneration sequencing technology such as Illumina,
    Oxford Nanopore, etc.
  • Design and development experience with other molecular biology platforms that support orthogonal validation of NGS including droplet digital
    PCR, qPCR, etc.
  • Competent in using bioinformatics analysis tools and genomic databases
  • A positive and innovative team player that can drive collaborative projects
  • A highly driven individual that values high quality, integrity, and dedication and thrives in a fastpaced environment

Salary:
$100,000.00-$120,000.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Flexible schedule
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Education:


  • Post-Doctorate (preferred)

Experience:

- sequencing with illumina/
Oxford Nanopore: 2 years (required)

  • Genomic assay development: 3 years (required)

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC

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