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Form of workMicrobiologics is seeking an outstanding PhD scientist to join our Product Development group charged with developing and launching cutting-edge molecular controls for infectious disease, Near Patient testing and syndromic assay. This role will support new product initiatives to enable, multiplexed PCR technologies that can effectively quantify multiple DNA and RNA markers through integration of reagents and instrumentation. This position will support product development, including activities such as prototype optimization, guard banding, design lock, verification, validation, and design transfer.
Our award-winning culture is friendly, collaborative, and supportive, providing endless opportunities for individuals to learn and grow, both personally and professionally. At Microbiologics, we believe that "great vision without great people is irrelevant." That's why we are always looking for great people to join our dynamic, innovative company as we provide the highest quality biomaterials for a safer, healthier world.
What can I expect in this role?
This is a full time position with typical business hours Monday-Friday.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Develop biomaterials (microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, bacteriophage, viruses and parasites), cell lines, nucleic acids and proteins) that may be used as controls for diagnostic tests used in clinical diagnostics.
- Apply novel amplification methods, including multiplexed PCR or related techniques, for the sensitive detection or quantification gene targets in Quality control products.
- Prepare and/or contribute to protocols, presentations, standard operating procedures, validation procedures, and technical reports to support lab infrastructure, new product initiatives, and on-market product investigations.
- Mentor and train co-workers on techniques and lead data analysis and interpretation.
- Provide substantial, high-quality contributions to projects by working independently, communicating effectively within team and cross-functionally, and leveraging the active support of others.
- Organize, analyze, and/or visualize datasets using analytical software and statistical comparisons.
- Lead and contribute to design and execution of experimental plans or processes to support objectives within the organization.
- Apply scientific methods and process design principles to improve product development and manufacturing processes.
- Must have demonstrated ability to work independently on complex projects and determine priorities for self and others.
What makes you a good fit?
Our goal is finding the right individual for our team - we firmly believe that the right person is someone to invest in and invite to join our family.
Here is what we are looking for:
Preferred Education/Experience
- Ph.D. in Bacteriology, Molecular Biology, Virology, Biochemistry or similar
- 5+ years of experience with laboratory experience working with multiple isolates of bacteria, viruses, cell lines.
- Experience with molecular biology techniques including nucleic acid isolation and quantitation (qPCR, dd-PCR), cloning, primer/probe design for multiplex assays.
- Experience in Molecular assay development.
- Experience with microbiology techniques including microbial culture, enumeration, isolation, identification.
- Demonstrated ability to plan complex research studies that support short and long-term corporate strategic plans.
- Experience leading research or implementation groups to successful completion of projects(s).
- Ability to work in multi-location, multi-disciplinary teams.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience developing regulated molecular diagnostic tests (especially FDA-cleared) is desirable.
- 1-2 years industry laboratory experience (ISO-13485,21CFR Part 820) in one or multiple technologies/fields, including multiplexed PCR methods, is desirable.
- The ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
Who is Microbiologics?
Microbiologics is one of the fastest growing international biotechnology companies in the nation. We are the world's leading experts and go-to collaborators in biological products and services, focused on protecting the health and safety of people around the world. For over 50 years, we have been partnering with healthcare and life science laboratories, manufacturers, and suppliers across the globe to co-create and provide biological control materials, assay services and consulting for microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and virology. Headquartered in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, we have additional facilities in California, Kentucky, and Michigan.
What makes you a good fit?
Our goal is finding the right individual for our team - we firmly believe that the right person is someone to invest in and invite to join our family.
What can we offer you?
Glad you asked!
We have a comprehensive benefits package that includes your standard benefits such as health and dental insurance, health savings account (company funded), life insurance, short and long-term disability, and a 401k program with a generous match to name a few. In addition, we are proud to support our team and their families by offering daycare assistance, tuition reimbursement, bonus potential, a competitive compensation and benefits package, and plenty of opportunities for training and growth.
If you have a passion for science, we encourage you to apply!
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