Location: Foxborough, MA

Research Associate, Molecular Biology, RT-PCR

You will be responsible for supporting Molecular Diagnostic assay development, and Research & Development activities. This is a key position leading the successful development of innovative Molecular Diagnostic products utilizing RT-PCR and Capillary Electrophoresis quantitative detection methods. Your scientific activities will involve:

* Contributing to research and development of molecular diagnostic projects including the execution of clinical study plans, regulatory filings, and interfacing with production, manufacturing, & marketing departments.
* Performing assay development and quantitiative methods for the detection of nucleic acids utilizing PCR, RT-PCR (Real-Time PCR), Capillary Electrophoresis, and nucleic acid chemistry.
* Leading verification studies and validation for the development of molecular diagnostic products.
* Contributing to FDA regulatory filings and 510(k) submissions for CE marked products.
* Maintaining, troubleshooting and optimizing laboratory production equipment.

Preferred Candidate Background and Expertise:

* BS degree in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related Scientific/Engineering field.
* 1-3 years of industry experience involving Molecular Biology related R&D.
* Hands-on scientific expertise performing PCR, RT-PCR, Cloning, Sequencing, nucleic acid extraction, Capillary Electrophoresis, oligo synthesis, nucleic acid chemistry, or enzyme chemistry.
* Expertise working within ISO, CE Marked, & FDA compliance and providing required documentation.