Sr. Staff Scientist, Gene Reading

Integrated DNA Technologies (IDT) is the leading manufacturer of custom oligonucleotides and proprietary technologies for genomics applications. Our work is complex and cutting-edge, and our team members are curious, creative thinkers who understand that good data drives smart decisions. At IDT, we realize that although science may be uniform, people are unique. We promote a culture where engaged people are motivated and have opportunities to achieve their full potential, as part of one global team.

IDT is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.

This position is part of the Research and Development Team located in Coralville, Iowa, Redwood City, California, and Boulder, Colorado and can be located in any one of those location. At IDT, we are one global team. We celebrate our differences, engage in healthy debate, and are inclusive. Together, we accomplish great things!

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Apply extensive scientific knowledge with broad laboratory experience to support complex projects and troubleshooting as directed for internal projects, external customer projects and collaborations

• Apply experience in product development and commercialization, sales support, and new applications. Support for RUO and IVD product development, Rapid Innovation prototypes and Early Access Products, and custom workflows

• Help sustain the existing xGen Portfolio with marketing enhancements through customer publications and other available data to keep web content and pitch decks refreshed and current

• Assist with general scientific and product training for other IDT groups, participate in new technology assessments, and generate tech landscapes

• Represent IDT at scientific conference and trade shows and assist IDT sales reps with field visits to key customers as needed.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor’s degree in life science (biology, molecular biology, genetics, chemistry, biochemistry) or a related field

• 10+ years of relevant lab experience in an academic, research, or industry setting

• 5+ years of demonstrated extensive knowledge of next-generation sequencing (NGS) technology

• 3+ years of demonstrated experience with customer support, product development and product commercialization

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

• Ability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Advanced degree (master’s or PhD) in life science (biology, molecular biology, genetics, chemistry, biochemistry) or a related field

• 15 years of experience of relevant lab experience in academic, research, or industry setting

• 3+ years of experience with design control and IVD requirements

• 3+ years of demonstrated ability to train others in basic laboratory techniques and equipment operation

The salary range for this role is $130,000 - $140,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. 

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