Senior/Staff Scientist , NGS Assay Development

GeneGenieDx is a biotech company founded in 2020 in the Bay Area, California. We aim to discover novel biomarkers and translate them into better clinical diagnostic products. Our current focus is to develop cutting-edge bioinformatics and machine learning algorithms to enable the discovery of diagnostic biomarkers and translate them into clinical products. EI Captian Biosciences is the subsidiary of GeneGenieDx. At El Capitan Biosciences, we are developing stool-based human RNA-seq technology for the discovery of novel biomarkers for different GI diseases and translating them into clinical diagnostic products.

We are looking for an individual who is passionate about the technology of genomics sequencing and wants to make an impact in the field of personalized diagnostics; who has a deep understanding of the biochemistry involved in RNA-sequencing and methylation sequencing, who has insight on how to create novel techniques and make better assays; who is excited to work with a team of world experts on cutting-edge technology in genomic diagnosis.

Education Minimum Requirement:

• Ph.D. in Biological Sciences such as molecular biology, genomics, and biochemistry.

Required Experience And Skills

• Experience in novel NGS method development
• Experience in RNA-seq, Methylation sequencing, and single-cell RNA-seq
• Deep knowledge of enzymes and molecular biology.

Preferred Experience And Skills

• Experience in cancer biology
• Experience in working with challenging clinical specimens with low biomass such as stool and blood. 

• Base range: $120,000-$ 150,000. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skill set.
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives, and retirement plan
• Health care and well-being programs including competitive medical, dental, vision & medical benefits.
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick time, & holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings with a company match
• Other comprehensive voluntary benefits include but are not limited to pet insurance, life insurance, employee assistance program, discount programs, and many more.
• We continue to optimize our benefits & wellness programs as we grow our organization to make sure they meet our diverse workforce needs.
• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance year over year.