# Senior Development Scientist I at Freenome

- Company: Freenome
- What the company does: 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.
- Company website: https://www.freenome.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Brisbane, California
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $140K to $200K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-08-18
- Apply by: 2026-10-08
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/freenome/jobs/8691772002
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/freenome-senior-development-scientist-i/

## 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

Tags: Development