Research Associate I

About the role

Location: South San Francisco, CA, United States Job Identification: 2223 Job Schedule: Full time Responsibilities Conduct and/or support research experiments under the supervision of a Scientist. Conduct lab experiments/research to support and/or advance products, services and technology from initial feasibility through final protocol optimization, application testing and stability studies.

Method development and preparing SOPs as needed. Procure chemicals, materials, and reagents. Handle and prepare chemicals and biochemical reagents to perform experiments and develop methods and procedures. Dispose of chemical/biological waste properly; maintain records as appropriate. Calibrate and maintain scientific instruments and laboratory equipment.

Maintain an organized, detailed, and accurate record of all experimental procedures and data. Data analysis including excel, tableau, flow cytometry, and image analysis. Provide project status reports. Review literature and apply advanced knowledge.

Qualifications

BS or higher degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related science with 0-10 years of experience in a research environment (preference for at least 3 years). Experience must include performing experiments in areas such as Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), RT-qPCR, fluorescence spectroscopy, biomolecule conjugation, immunoassays, data analysis, and image analysis.

Demonstrated ability to plan, execute, analyze, and document research experiments. Proficient in the use and maintenance of instrumentation for chemical and spectroscopic analysis, such as fluorescence spectroscopy, flow cytometry, UV-VIS, etc. Organized, flexible, and able to multitask in an environment with aggressive timelines. Ability to make experimental observations with a great attention to detail.

• Ability to pipette is required.
• Familiarity with liquid handling systems recommended, but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Position requires frequent communication in the form of verbal updates, reports, technical meetings, and presentations. #LI-LP1 About Us Myriad Genetics Inc., is a leading personalized medicine company dedicated to being a trusted advisor transforming patient lives worldwide with pioneering molecular diagnostics.

Myriad discovers and commercializes molecular diagnostic tests that: determine the risk of developing disease, accurately diagnose disease, assess the risk of disease progression, and guide treatment decisions across six major medical specialties where molecular diagnostics can significantly improve patient care and lower healthcare costs.

Myriad is focused on three strategic imperatives: maintaining leadership in an expanding hereditary cancer market, diversifying its product portfolio through the introduction of new products and increasing the revenue contribution from international markets. Please answer all questions completely. Please do not provide any information not specifically requested on this Employment Application form.

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