Staff Scientist
Danaher Corporation
Summary
The Staff Scientist conducts bench scientific experimentation that advances the basic science of nucleic acids and nucleic acid biochemistry and leads with development and characterization of new IDT genomics products. This position is responsible for designing and conducting experiments, analyzing and interpreting results, followed by communicating those results to both internal and external groups.
Job description
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
- Develop new products using a combination of wet-lab and dry-lab skillsets
- Support on market Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) products as a subject matter expert
- Present experimental demonstrations of products at scientific conferences
- Work with cross-functional teams from new transformative technology development and product management/marketing
The essential requirements of the job include:
- M.Sc. in a life sciences field or related discipline and 8+ years’ experience with NGS product development, or Ph.D. with 5+ years NGS product development experience
- Applying extensive scientific knowledge with broad laboratory skills to execute complex bench experiments using variety of molecular biology, cell biology, biochemical and general laboratory techniques as directed.
- Extensive knowledge on NGS library preparation chemistry for various NGS applications, such as RNASeq, Methylation and target enrichment
- Leading complex projects that may require a multi-member team.
- Providing, on a routine basis, scientific support for other IDT departments; assists customer service/technical support with direct customer interaction and helping manage or leading external collaborative research projects as directed.
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:
- Ability to occasionally lift, move or carry equipment up to 10lb
- Ability to frequently work in a laboratory environment for extended periods
- Ability to travel to other IDT sites or scientific conferences (< 5%)
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
- Python programming language and basic bioinformatic tools
- Ability to operate automated liquid handlers and to do simple workflow modification on the system with assistance from the vendors.
Requirements
- M.Sc. in a life sciences field or related discipline and 8+ years’ experience with NGS product development, or Ph.D. with 5+ years NGS product development experience
- Applying extensive scientific knowledge with broad laboratory skills to execute complex bench experiments using variety of molecular biology, cell biology, biochemical and general laboratory techniques as directed.
- Extensive knowledge on NGS library preparation chemistry for various NGS applications, such as RNASeq, Methylation and target enrichment
- Leading complex projects that may require a multi-member team.
- Providing, on a routine basis, scientific support for other IDT departments; assists customer service/technical support with direct customer interaction and helping manage or leading external collaborative research projects as directed.
- Ability to occasionally lift, move or carry equipment up to 10lb
- Ability to frequently work in a laboratory environment for extended periods
- Ability to travel to other IDT sites or scientific conferences (< 5%)
Benefits
- Health care program
- Paid time off
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Bonus/incentive pay
Company overview
Danaher Corporation is a leading global science and technology innovator headquartered in Washington, D.C., specializing in biotechnology, life sciences, and diagnostics. Founded in 1984 by brothers Steven and Mitchell Rales, the company has evolved from its origins as a manufacturing conglomerate into a premier healthcare technology organization with approximately 63,000 employees worldwide. Danaher operates through three core divisions: biotechnology (28% of revenues), which develops products for therapeutic development; life sciences (31% of revenues), focused on disease identification, new therapies, and drug testing/manufacturing; and diagnostics (41% of revenues), providing instruments, consumables, and software for disease diagnosis. The company's portfolio includes renowned brands such as Beckman Coulter, Cytiva, Pall Corporation, Cepheid, Leica Microsystems, and Abcam, serving pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, healthcare providers, and research institutions globally. Danaher is distinguished by its Danaher Business System (DBS), a continuous improvement methodology that drives innovation and operational excellence. With 2024 revenues of $23.9 billion, the company ranks 180th on the Fortune 500 and plays a critical role in advancing scientific research, improving diagnostic capabilities, and accelerating the development of life-saving therapies.