Scientist 2, Single Cell Assay Development

Role: Senior scientist leading the development and optimization of single cell assays within a multidisciplinary team, focusing on 10x Genomics workflows. Responsibilities: conduct hands-on molecular biology experiments, troubleshoot complex systems, optimize sample processing and sequencing protocols, analyze data, and guide junior team members. Collaborate across R&D, support, and customer-facing functions to advance assay capabilities and resolve technical issues. Requirements: Ph.D. with 3+ years or B.S./M.S. with 7+ years in biotech/pharma; expertise in molecular biology techniques, NGS, and complex experiment design; experience with challenging clinical samples; strong troubleshooting and cross-functional collaboration skills. Preferred: direct experience with 10x single cell assays and product development lifecycle, including validation and verification. High-Value: focus on single cell workflows, NGS, clinical sample types, and assay troubleshooting in a biotech startup environment. Work setup not specified, but implied to be a fast-paced, innovative setting with potential cross-team collaboration.