What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientist I (R&D)- Hybrid, Aliso Viejo, CA position at Ambry Genetics?
Compensation: $104,000-$115,000 per year. You are eligible to a Short-Term Incentive Plan with the target at 5% of your annual earnings, terms and conditions apply.
Scientist I– Hybrid, Aliso Viejo, CA (Must be local)
This position is responsible for planning, initiating, executing and managing translational research projects. The Scientist I will review relevant literature, research data, new technologies and conduct experiments to elucidate the association of genetic/genomic variation with cancer predisposition. This role involves active collaboration with internal stakeholders (clinical research, variant assessment, bioinformatics, product and assay development etc..) as well as external collaborators.
Essential Functions
Ambry Genetics Corporation is a CAP-accredited and CLIA-licensed molecular genetics laboratory based in Aliso Viejo, California. We are a genetics-based healthcare company that is dedicated to open scientific exchange so we can work together to understand and treat all human disease faster.
At Ambry, everyone is welcome. A career at Ambry Genetics is a chance to be part of a dynamic company that aims to improve health by understanding the relationships between genetics and human disease. We earned our reputation as industry leaders by responsibly introducing cutting-edge genetic testing solutions and continually sharing what we learn with the global scientific community.
At Ambry you will be learning, challenging yourself, and having fun while collaborating with teammates through the open exchange of ideas. Our outstanding benefits program includes medical, dental, vision, FSA, paid sick leave and generous paid time off (PTO) program. You can learn more about the benefits here. Ambry Genetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and we maintain a drug-free work environment.
The Company believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with local laws such as Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the Company is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. For the purpose of the above job description, “Essential Functions” are “Material Job Duties”.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (and traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at careers@ambrygen.com
Ambry does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters, third party recruiting agencies, outside recruiters or firms without an executed contract in place. We are not responsible for any fees related to resumes that are unsolicited or are received by Ambry. Such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Ambry and will be processed accordingly.
PRIVACY NOTICES
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Scientist I– Hybrid, Aliso Viejo, CA (Must be local)
This position is responsible for planning, initiating, executing and managing translational research projects. The Scientist I will review relevant literature, research data, new technologies and conduct experiments to elucidate the association of genetic/genomic variation with cancer predisposition. This role involves active collaboration with internal stakeholders (clinical research, variant assessment, bioinformatics, product and assay development etc..) as well as external collaborators.
Essential Functions
- Initiate, conduct and manage experiments and translational research projects, as assigned
- Collaborate internally with other departments and stakeholders to advance and finalize approved research projects, and to explore new ideas for translational research
- Conduct proof of concept experiments using new emerging sequencing technologies, perform data analyses and create summaries. Document results, data and conclusions in an organized manner
- Work with external KOLs and collaborators on joint research projects
- Prepare and present detailed presentations, posters and manuscripts for publication
- Assist in the troubleshooting of problems in the laboratory. Devise solutions to overcome technical issues based on experimentation and data
- Research and assess new technologies, software, and reagents/chemistries to be leveraged in translational research and assay development
- Coordinate projects with R&D team members and employees from other departments. Contribute to the training and transfer of know-how to other team members
- Other duties as assigned
- PhD in molecular biology, biomedical sciences or a related field with 1 years of postdoctoral research experience. Candidates with a Master’s degree in a relevant field with exceptional experience are also encouraged to apply
- Background in cancer biology, oncology, molecular genetics, or genomics
- Demonstrated track record in cancer research as proven with first author publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Proficient with a broad range of standard molecular biology techniques, such as PCR, qPCR, RT-PCR, nucleic acid isolation, molecular cloning, NGS library construction, etc., including the output of those techniques and the analysis and interpretation of the results
- Hands-on experience generating and analyzing large complex datasets, such as those obtained from high throughput functional genomics screens and NGS experiments
- Hands-on experience with Long-Read Sequencing (PacBio/ONT) library preparation and/or data analysis will be positively valued
- Desire to work both independently and as part of focused or multi-disciplinary teams
- Hands-on experience designing both hypothesis and data driven experiments
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to speak effectively one-on-one and in group settings with clients, vendors, and employees of the organization. Ability to communicate complex information clearly, effectively, and accurately
- Strong computer skills and familiarity with bioinformatic workflows.
- Programming experience and/or use of Ph.D.: 5 years research experience in an academic setting and 0 years industry experience.
- M.S.: 3 years research experience in an academic setting and 7 years industry experience.
- Background in medical genetics will be positively valued
Ambry Genetics Corporation is a CAP-accredited and CLIA-licensed molecular genetics laboratory based in Aliso Viejo, California. We are a genetics-based healthcare company that is dedicated to open scientific exchange so we can work together to understand and treat all human disease faster.
At Ambry, everyone is welcome. A career at Ambry Genetics is a chance to be part of a dynamic company that aims to improve health by understanding the relationships between genetics and human disease. We earned our reputation as industry leaders by responsibly introducing cutting-edge genetic testing solutions and continually sharing what we learn with the global scientific community.
At Ambry you will be learning, challenging yourself, and having fun while collaborating with teammates through the open exchange of ideas. Our outstanding benefits program includes medical, dental, vision, FSA, paid sick leave and generous paid time off (PTO) program. You can learn more about the benefits here. Ambry Genetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and we maintain a drug-free work environment.
The Company believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with local laws such as Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the Company is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. For the purpose of the above job description, “Essential Functions” are “Material Job Duties”.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (and traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at careers@ambrygen.com
Ambry does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters, third party recruiting agencies, outside recruiters or firms without an executed contract in place. We are not responsible for any fees related to resumes that are unsolicited or are received by Ambry. Such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Ambry and will be processed accordingly.
PRIVACY NOTICES
To review Ambry’s Privacy Notice, Click here: https://www.ambrygen.com/legal/privacy-policy
To review the California privacy notice, click here: California Privacy Notice | Ambry Genetics
To review the UKG privacy notice, click here: California Privacy Notice | UKG
Salary : $104,000 - $115,000
