Senior Scientist (NGS)

Location: La Jolla, California, United States. Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, 40 hours per week, on-site.

Company

hirify.global provides scientific staffing and project support for oncology research and molecular diagnostic development.

What you will do

• Lead verification and validation studies for next-generation sequencing-based molecular diagnostic products, including support for PMA and IDE submissions.
• Design, execute, analyze, and interpret complex bench experiments across multiple products and technology areas.
• Develop methods, procedures, protocols, research plans, technical reports, and scientific documentation.
• Collaborate with biostatistics, bioinformatics, regulatory, quality, medical, and clinical laboratory operations teams.
• Provide technical direction, scientific decision-making, and mentorship to junior scientists and research associates.
• Evaluate nonconforming data, improve laboratory processes, operate scientific instrumentation, and manage multiple projects within established timelines.

Requirements

• PhD in a relevant life science or physical science field, or a related master's degree with at least 4 years of experience, or bachelor's degree with at least 6 years of related experience.
• At least 5 years of industry or academic experience in biology and/or chemistry, including at least 3 years in medical devices/IVD, biotechnology, life sciences, or pharmaceuticals.
• Technical expertise in molecular biology, biochemistry, NGS, and/or genomics, with experience applying molecular or biochemical techniques.
• Strong understanding of GMP, ISO, quality systems, and regulated diagnostic product development.
• Working knowledge of statistical and mathematical methods in biology or genetics, including statistical software such as JMP.
• Current authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship is required.

Nice to have

• Eight or more years of life sciences, chemistry, or related research experience, or six or more years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience in GMP/ISO manufacturing, molecular diagnostics, clinical laboratories, or regulated medical device development.
• Experience developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting NGS workflows for DNA and RNA from clinical samples.
• Experience analyzing NGS data and supporting genomic or epigenomic biomarker development.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time contract position with a 40-hour workweek.
• Access to a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.
• Work in a regulated oncology research and clinical diagnostics environment.
• Equal opportunity employment.