Senior Research Scientist role at ICON offers the opportunity to work onsite in Portland, OR within a fast-paced environment supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries
Job Summary
Senior Research Scientist role at ICON offers the opportunity to work onsite in Portland, OR within a fast-paced environment supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries.
The position involves directing development and validation of new genomic assays and managing R&D assay validations while collaborating with multiple internal teams and presenting results to clients.
ICON fosters an inclusive culture that rewards high performance and offers competitive benefits focused on well-being and work-life balance.
Matching Summary
Senior Research Scientist role at ICON offers the opportunity to work onsite in Portland, OR within a fast-paced environment supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Genomic assay development and validation
RT-PCR, qPCR, and ddPCR assay testing
Independent project management
Scientific leadership in clinical trials
Experience with ISO 13485 standards
Client-facing presentation skills
Nice-to-have
Strong creative thinking and problem-solving
Ability to multitask and work independently
Teamwork and leadership orientation
Excellent oral and written communication
Composure under stressful situations
Knowledge of basic computer programs
Key Requirements
Minimum 6 years experience in genomic assays
PhD preferred or Bachelor’s/Master’s with 6-8 years experience
Experience with medical device design/manufacturing ISO 13485