Lead Scientist
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$ 76300 - 127100
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Job Description
We are seeking a Lead Scientistto join Q2Solutions IQVIAs laboratory businessat Durham NC.
We hire passionate innovators who drive healthcare forward through thoughtful and inclusive collaboration. If you want to discover a career with greater purpose join us as we transform and accelerate research and development.
Job Summary:
The Lead Scientist will be responsible for the development and validation of molecular assays requiring isolation of nucleic acid and detection using amplification nucleic acid sequencing genotyping or gene expression analysis. The ideal candidate will have a background in molecular biology oncology immunology and/or human genetics as well as strong communication organizational and problemsolving skills.
What Youll Be Doing:
Develop and validate molecular assays using genomic technologies such as DNA sequencing amplification genotyping and gene expression analysis.
Apply proficiency in nucleic acid (DNA RNA) extraction methodologies involving liquid and tissue specimens/samples.
Evaluate new genomic technologies and drive their implementation within the assay development team.
Provide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in molecular biology oncology immunology and/or human genetics.
Serve as a technical or scientific lead on internal and/or client projects while contributing ideas and perspectives in client discussions.
Handle biological samples including bacteria/viruses requiring BSL2 containment.
Create and review experimental designs protocols plans procedures product/process documents and reports to achieve departmental objectives.
Independently execute defined protocols and procedures creating technical reports on feasibility and validation projects.
What We Are Looking For:
BS/MS degree or educational equivalent in cell biology molecular biology oncology immunology human genetics or related field with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
Other equivalent combination of education training and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.
Experience with molecular biology techniques including highthroughput DNA sequencers genotyping and RealTime PCR equipment.
Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and biostatistical software.
The Knowledge Skills and Abilities Needed for This Role:
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequent standing and walking occasional sitting close eye work requirement (computer typing reading small prints). Physical demands vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. Occasional exposure to cold temperatures.
Strong understanding of risk management concepts with the ability to assess product process project and schedule risks.
Skilled at navigating online biological databases including NCBI (e.g. PubMed Entrez) EMBL and Sanger.
Effective communication skills and demonstrated ability to influence tactical decisions within assay development and across functions.
What We Offer You:
We put our employees at the center of everything we do and are committed to providing them and their families with benefits that meet their diverse and changing invest in integrated benefits programs and resources to take care of our employees physical mental and emotional financial and social wellbeing so they can thrive at home and at work at any stage of their wellbeing journey.
To learn more about our benefits visithttps:// youre looking to unleash your potential join Q2Solutions IQVIAs laboratory business to help make the extraordinary possible!
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at
IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law. potential base pay range for this role when annualized is $76300.00 $127100.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including jobrelated qualifications such as knowledge skills education and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or parttime). Dependent on the position offered incentive plans bonuses and/or other forms of compensation may be offered in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.
Employment Type
Full-Time
