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Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

Position Summary:

We are seeking a driven, curious, and collaborative **Molecular Biologist - Assay Developmen** t to join our growing **Research & Development** team. This role is ideal for someone excited to turn sophisticated data into real-world solutions.

You will own the development of molecular assays and integrate wet-lab and computational approaches to uncover insights that drive discovery and innovation. Your work will directly support biomarker identification, diagnostics, and translational research programs.

**Location:** West Hills, CA. Relocation assistance is NOT provided. ​

What You’ll Do:

+ Build, develop, and optimize molecular assays across omics platforms, including **NGS** , **qPCR** , **RNA-seq** , and **proteomics** (e.g., mass spectrometry or sequencing-based methods).

+ Analyze high-throughput **omics data** to support product development, biomarker discovery, and research initiatives.

+ Integrate **multi-omics datasets** to understand biological systems and discover new pathways or targets.

+ Build and maintain **bioinformatics pipelines** using tools such as **Python** , **R** , or other relevant programming languages.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional partners in **assay development** , **computational biology** , and **clinical research** to accelerate innovation.

+ Document methods and results clearly, ensuring data quality and alignment with regulatory standards.

+ Present findings to internal teams and contribute to publications, reports, and partnerships.

What You Bring:

+ M.Sc. in **Molecular Biology** , **Genomics** , **Bioinformatics** , **Biochemistry** , or a related field with **3+ years** of hands-on experience. OR Ph.D in **Molecular Biology** , **Genomics** , **Bioinformatics** , **Biochemistry** , or a related field.

+ Proven experience with **multi-omics techniques** (e.g., **NGS** , **RNA-seq** , **proteomics** , or **transcriptomics** workflows).

+ Strong background in **product development** , including optimization and validation for research or clinical applications.

+ Proficiency in analyzing omics data using **bioinformatics tools** and **statistical methods** .

+ Coding experience and ability to build or manage data workflows.

+ Extract actionable insights from large biological datasets.

+ Strong attention to detail, critical thinking skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

+ Comfortable managing multiple projects and prioritizing effectively in a fast-paced environment.

+ Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

+ Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

+ Collaborate with a passionate, inclusive, and diverse team of scientists and innovators.

+ Contribute to cutting-edge research with real-world impact on diagnostics and healthcare.

+ Enjoy an encouraging culture that values innovation, learning, and growth.

+ Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $91,700.00–$137,500.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

+ A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

+ Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

+ At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

+ Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

+ Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.