Freenome is a private biotech company focused on developing blood tests to detect cancer early and make screening accessible for everyone. Backed by a16z, GV and CRV.
About the role
At Freenome, we are seeking a Senior Development Scientist I to help grow the Freenome Genomics Late Development team. You will develop, optimize, verify, and validate clinical-grade assay technologies for Freenome's multiomic platform, advancing our mission to detect cancer earlier. Working across manual and automated workflows, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and transfer robust NGS-based assays into a regulated, high-throughput production environment.
What they're looking for
- Experience designing and leading the execution of verification and validation studies for IVD assays in a regulated clinical laboratory environment (GLP)
- Proven track record of designing, planning, and executing successful experiments, including performing independent data analysis and giving effective scientific presentations
- High attention to detail and ability to record accurate and detailed observations, assess impact, and lead independent troubleshooting investigations
- Excellent written and verbal communication. Proactive communicator with ability to foster collaboration in a multidisciplinary team
- Flexible and highly motivated to learn new skills and comfortable adapting to changing priorities
- Experience providing technical mentorship and training to other scientists and research associates to contribute to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement
More about this role
At Freenome, we are seeking a Senior Development Scientist I to help grow the Freenome Genomics Late Development team. You will develop, optimize, verify, and validate clinical-grade assay technologies for Freenome's multiomic platform, advancing our mission to detect cancer earlier. Working across manual and automated workflows, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and transfer robust NGS-based assays into a regulated, high-throughput production environment. You are passionate about developing life saving diagnostics using NGS technologies, and you will have a significant impact on the continued growth of an organization dedicated to changing the entire landscape of cancer.
The role reports to the Senior Manager of Genomics Development. This role will be an onsite role based in our Brisbane, California headquarters.
- Apply knowledge of molecular biology, nucleic-acid biochemistry, and next-generation sequencing to develop assays for DNA, including genome-wide and targeted approaches.
- Oversee and lead mission-critical experiments to optimize, characterize, verify, and validate NGS-based assays, owning scientific strategy, experimental design, planning,...
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