Senior Scientist, Molecular & Viral Safety

Muckelab

Base: $117,000.00 - $184,200.00; bonus/equity: eli...
Hybrid
Next-generation sequencing workflows
Nucleic acid extraction techniques
Automated liquid handling platforms
The Molecular & Viral Safety group within Cell-Based Sciences is seeking a detail-oriented, technically skilled Senior Scientist to support daily operations in our Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) laboratory and contribute to multidisciplinary analytics

Job Summary

  • The Molecular & Viral Safety group within Cell-Based Sciences is seeking a detail-oriented, technically skilled Senior Scientist to support daily operations in our Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) laboratory and contribute to multidisciplinary analytics.
  • The successful candidate will collaborate within a dynamic, integrated, and multidisciplinary team supporting both vaccine and biologics modalities and contribute to the development and implementation of next‑generation sequencing technologies to help ensure product safety.
  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision healthcare, retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

Matching Summary

The Molecular & Viral Safety group within Cell-Based Sciences is seeking a detail-oriented, technically skilled Senior Scientist to support daily operations in our Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) laboratory and contribute to multidisciplinary analytics.

Salary

Base: $117,000.00 - $184,200.00; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive if applicable; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Next-Generation Sequencing workflows
  • Nucleic acid extraction techniques
  • Automated liquid handling platforms
  • Bioinformatics command-line tools
  • Good laboratory practices (GMP)
  • Quality control assessments
  • Laboratory instrumentation operation

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with LIMS and ELN systems
  • Basic scripting in bash, Python or R
  • High-performance computing environments
  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Regulated laboratory environments
  • Method optimization and technology implementation
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. or Master’s with 5+ years experience
  • Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years experience
  • Experience in virology, microbiology, or molecular biology
  • Ability to work under strict timelines
  • Experience in regulated environments (GLP, GMP, or GCP)
  • US work authorization required

Work Rights

US work authorization required

Sponsorship: available

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