At Exact Sciences, we’re helping change how the world prevents, detects and guides treatment for cancer.
Requirements
- 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 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.
- 5+ years of industry or academia experience in biology and/or chemistry.
- 3+ years of experience in medical device/IVD, biotech, life science, or pharmaceutical industry.
- Demonstrated ability to apply molecular biology and/or biochemical techniques.
- Demonstrated understanding of GMP, ISO, and Quality Systems.
- Technical expert in the area of molecular biology and/or biochemistry and/or next-generation sequencing (NGS) and genomics.
- Good knowledge of product/assay research, design, or development.
Responsibilities
- Conduct bench level experiments within several product or technology areas and identify problems and discrepancies.
- Independently develop, plan, and analyze results of bench level experiments within several product or technology areas; effectively present and clearly communicate findings at data meetings, group meetings and project team meetings.
- Analyze research/experimental data, interpret the results, and provide insights into the next steps and the direction of the project.
- Independently develop methods and procedures for new assignments/study/experiments.
- Provide technical guidance to junior scientists in project teams.
- Operate scientific instrumentation related to performance of duties and notify appropriate personnel of any problems.
- Effectively determine, utilize, and apply methods or technologies and provide ideas for new techniques, when appropriate.
Other
- Minimum Qualifications: 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 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.
- Ability to communicate clearly and frequently with all levels of the organization; including team members, project team members (core and extended), functional managers, clinical lab, and other stakeholders.
- Ability to lift up to 20 pounds for approximately 5% of a typical working day.
- Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 50% of a typical working day.
- Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
