Sr. Scientist, Diagnostic Assay Development

Design and execute experiments supporting analytical validation, including accuracy, precision, limit of detection, and reproducibility. Analyze assay performance metrics and quality control data to drive data-based technical decisions. Collaborate closely with R&D Scientists, Automation Engineers, Bioinformatics, and CLIA Operations teams to advance assay development milestones. Lead transfer of optimized assay workflows into the CLIA laboratory. Work with lab operations to maintain a high-quality laboratory environment, including inventory management, equipment calibration, and safety compliance. Provide day-to-day technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff. Review experimental plans, data, and lab records generated to ensure scientific rigor and documentation quality. Support onboarding and training of new team members on 10x platforms, assay workflows, and laboratory best practices. Lead by example through hands-on bench work while contributing to team planning and prioritization. Experience working with complex or low-input clinical samples (e.g., FFPE tissue, primary tumor material) Experience with cell culture methods Highly hands-on scientist who enjoys bench work and solving complex technical problems. Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to data quality and reproducibility. Effective communicator who collaborates well across disciplines. Comfortable balancing independent execution with mentorship and team leadership in a fast-paced environment. Prior mentoring or supervisory experience preferred Experience working in CLIA, CAP, or ISO 13485-regulated environments strongly preferred. Experience with automation or high-throughput workflows is a plus.