Sr. Scientist

Our client, the medical device manufacturing industry, is seeking a Sr. scientist to join their team. 


Job Title: Sr. Scientist
Location: Des Plaines, IL
Pay: $35-$40
Duration: Contract

Description:

Responsibilities include:
Working with a technology and software background. Must be very familiar with all Cell Dyn systems to set up the systems, collect data and analyze the collected data. Must also be familiar with blood cell morphology to be able to collect reference data. Must be able to conduct experiments with minimum supervision to develop CDX Cal/Con. Must be able to analyze RBC morphology data using the 3D surface analysis software program (software knowledge in addition to medical technology and cell dye systems knowledge required). Must have a good understanding of the clinical applications of cell dye methods.

We are looking for a senior scientist to join our R&D analytics group at Client Molecular.

In this role, a scientist will:
• Design/draft verification protocols and records for sensitivity, precision and linearity for molecular-based assays.
• Develop DOE for studies to support testing of commodities on the Alinity m platform.
Have a strong analytical background and can recommend analytical studies to investigate commodity-related issues
• mine large datasets to identify trends or anomalies, then dive deep to get to a mechanistic root cause
• Manage the day-to-day activities of two scientists

The candidate must have:
•  MS in Biochemistry, biology, physics, or chemistry (Ph.D. is preferred)
• A good understanding of molecular biology (especially PCR)
• Experience with molecular assay testing
• strong mathematical intuition
• excellent investigative data analysis skills Ideally, the candidate would have hands-on experience with:
• JMP or statistical software
• PowerBI

If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!