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Cepheid
Senior Research Scientist
Solna
FULL TIME
October 30, 2024
At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world’s most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.
Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we’re working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.
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The Senior Research Scientist is responsible for developing and validating molecular testing for Cepheid products, ensuring their accuracy and reliability. This includes designing experiments, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have experience in product commercialization, and expert knowledge of molecular techniques (such as nucleic acid extraction and real time PCR). As a member of the R&D team you will contribute with your knowledge and skills to junior team members and other functions within the organization. Furthermore, you have a good ability to analyze technical data and review/write texts and reports. You find it easy to collaborate and are keen to achieve results in your work.
This position is part of the Assay R&D team and will be in Solna, Sweden. At Cepheid, our vision is to be the leading provider of seamlessly connected diagnostic solutions.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
- Evaluate, test, and optimize real time PCR and RT-PCR assay procedures and assay prototypes based on design of experiments and design input requirements.
- Apply sophisticated analytical problem-solving skills to reagent and system integration issues to identify critical performance factors for assay development
- Design, plan and execute experiments to meet project and company objectives
- Work both independently and in a team environment
- Analyze data using statistical tools such as Microsoft Excel, Minitab or JMP
- Communicate data in different forums on a regular basis
- Work in a BSL3 environment
The role also includes participating in project planning, decision-making and problem solving.
Cepheid offers a dynamic and fast-paced role in a company with products that save lives. You will join a team with competent people who have fun together.
The essential requirements of the job include:
- BSc or MSc in relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology) with 5+ years of related work experience within medical device (preferred), biotech, or pharmaceutical
- Must have strong background in molecular biology methods such as PCR and real-time PCR, experimental design, data analysis and statistical techniques
- Experience of working in a regulated business (ISO and/or GMP)
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Good ability to structure, organize and prioritize lab work and to maintain detailed experimental records
- Thorough understanding and adherence to biosafety protocols and guidelines, ensuring a safe and compliant laboratory environment for handling biological materials and hazardous substances
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
- Experience in the development of medical technology and/or pharmaceutical products (knowledge of US and/or CE-IVD medical technology regulations)
- Proficiency in assay optimization and validation: Understanding how to optimize and validate assays for accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit www.danaher.com.
At Danaher, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.
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