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GenMark, a member of the Roche Group, is dedicated to providing world-class solutions for multiplex testing, with enhanced features that contribute to Roche’s commitment to helping diagnose infectious diseases and reduce antibiotic resistance. As the world’s #1 diagnostics provider, the Roche Group offers an unrivaled experience in developing and commercializing predictive tests that enable personalized treatment strategies for patients. 

The Sr. Research Associate will execute and analyze scientific experiments toward the development and the integration of enhancements to the existing consumables and assay and/or the development of new molecular diagnostic assays on Roche Cobas® ePlex platform.

This individual will develop and execute analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, bioanalytical procedures and reagent formulations with general guidance.  You will adapt and develop new experimental methods and technologies for project advancement under the guidance of a seasoned R&D scientist.

This is a unique opportunity to leverage your background and skills in molecular biology, microbiology, biochemical, bioanalytical chemistry, bio-engineering skills to enhance and build your career by working cross-functionally; your contributions will directly impact business opportunities through successful completion of projects.

You will be responsible for day to day running of experiments and data analysis in the laboratory independently or in collaboration with others.

You will conduct analytical and bioanalytical tasks, including PCR amplification of target sequences, DNA quantification by qPCR or other methods, analysis by gel electrophoresis.

You may support the development of analytical test methods including HPLC, GC, LC-MC, NMR, Microscopy, surface chemistry, electrochemistry, or polymer chemistry methods.

You will plan, design and execute experiments independently or under minimal supervision.

You will prepare biochemical reagents, buffers, and solutions as needed, using appropriate procedural and documentation methods, including industry standard good laboratory practices and good documentation practices; you may be responsible for analyzing samples in a BSL 2 lab.

You have the ability to analyze moderately sized data sets across multiple experiments and look for trends.

You will be responsible for maintaining stockroom supplies, inventory, and lab cleaning duties.

You will identify and solve problems in experiments or protocol designs; you will suggest improvements.

You will prepare documents meeting company standards, including data summaries, reports, SOPs, lab notebooks, and procedures; you are able to present basic data in graphical or tabular forms; you have the ability to analyze a small scale (single experiment) data without assistance.

You will read literature directly associated with assigned projects and related areas; presenting work at meetings (as required), and discuss new strategies and methods to address immediate and upcoming technical issues.

You will interact with other internal departments, as necessary, to plan and expedite project objectives.

You will perform other duties as assigned by management.
 

This is an onsite position based in Carlsbad, CA and/or Torrey Pines, CA. The ability to travel between sites is required. This is not a hybrid role.
 

Who You Are:

(Required)

You have a BS in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Engineering or a related field.

You have 5+ years of R&D laboratory experience outside of a class environment; you have proven and accurate hands-on lab skills; you have demonstrated experience using standard laboratory equipment and machinery.

You have demonstrated working knowledge of scientific principles; you are effective in research design, data analysis and evaluation of new techniques and procedures for products, systems and/or technologies.

You have demonstrated precise and hands-on lab experience in biological sample handling, PCR, nucleic acid & reagent formulation; ability to create precise routine pipetting and measurements, data collection & scientific documentation.

You have demonstrated written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare documents, including data summaries, reports, and procedures; you have demonstrated organizational skills, including the ability to efficiently evaluate, prioritize and handle multiple projects and priorities.

You have demonstrated time management skills and the ability to work independently with minimal direction.
 

Preferred:

You have experience as a research associate with PCR (polymerase chain reaction) and molecular biology in an industry setting, preferably within the diagnostics industry

You have experience working within a regulated 510(k) or PMA product  development environment - FDA, GMP, ISO, etc.

You have experience working with Steril, BLS2 and/or amplicon free techniques.

You have experience with laboratory automation, system engineering, physical measurement systems, injection molded parts, printed circuit boards, or with analysis of organic molecules, surfaces, coatings, polymers and adhesives, redox active molecules.

You have analytical chemistry and bioanalytical methodology experience; experience with advanced laboratory analysis methods for organic molecules (e.g. NMR, IR, HPLC, LCMS, MS, CE) surfaces, coatings, polymers, adhesives, redox active molecules, biomolecules (e.g. enzyme kinetics), physical measurement systems

You have JMP, statistical analysis skills, or CAD experience.

You have the ability to work effectively, exhibit a professional manner and establish constructive working relationships.
 

WORK ENVIRONMENT
 

The essential functions of the job are usually performed in an environmentally controlled facility where the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  This position may involve a combination of office and biotechnology laboratory environments.   The employee may be exposed to hazardous chemicals, blood borne pathogens and automated equipment. While performing the job duties, the employee is regularly required to sit; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.  The employee may sometimes be required to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

This is an onsite position based in Carlsbad, CA and/or Torrey Pines, CA. The ability to travel between sites is required. This is not a hybrid role.

Relocation benefits are not available for this position.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Carlsbad, CA is $82,700 - $107,500.  Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.  A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.

This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

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GenMark is now a proud member of the Roche Group, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare.  As a global leader in healthcare, Roche Diagnostics offers a broad portfolio of products, tools and services that help in the prevention, diagnosis and management of diseases like HPV, HIV, hepatitis and diabetes as well as other medical conditions, such as fertility and blood coagulation. With the addition of GenMark to the Roche Group, syndromic infectious disease diagnostics is now added to the long list of disease states and conditions that the Roche Group addresses.  GenMark’s ePlex true sample-to-answer system offers unique solutions to address the most significant challenges facing clinical laboratories, while supporting hospital systems to deliver patient-centered, value-based care. ePlex streamlines the diagnostic workflow from physician order entry to the final test report and is the true sample-to-answer solution designed to improve patient care, reduce costs, and increase lab efficiency. GenMark is headquartered in Carlsbad, California.

GenMark is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.