Job Description

Scientist I, Biochemistry (Process Development, Reagents)

PacBio (NASDAQ PACB) is a premier life science technology company that designs, develops, and manufactures advanced sequencing solutions to help scientists and clinical researchers resolve genetically complex problems. Our mission is to enable the promise of genomics to better human health. Genomics is core to all biological processes, and our advanced genomics tools provide scientists and clinical researchers the insights to better understand biology and health. We are now entering the century of biology and genomics is at the heart of the next revolution. Become part of the new paradigm in gene sequencing and help shape the future of genomic study by joining the PacBio team.

PacBio is seeking a highly driven and passionate Scientist I, in the Reagent Process Development team. The candidate will have strong biochemistry and molecular biology background. Candidate should have strong hands-on laboratory experience, including reagent formulations, sample preparation, analytical assay development and documentation. Ability to analyze data and strong knowledge of software like Excel and JMP. In this position, the candidate will contribute to the following product transfer from R&D, manufacturing assay and process development, documentation, manufacturing sustaining & continuous improvement process, QC training and transfer.

Responsibilities include

• Conduct laboratory work under general direction of supervisor.
• Hands-on testing and integration of assay workflows onto sequencing platforms.
• Help plan, conduct, analyze, interpret, and report recommendations based on tested experimental results.
• Support product commercialization from design transfer to manufacturing.
• Assess information to ensure data sufficiency and completeness of results.
• Help write experimental protocols, summaries, and reports.
• Source and qualify external vendors, develop specifications, set up supply and manufacturing process.
• Work as part of a scientific team and participate in team meetings and initiatives.
• Work in ISO 9001 and 13485 regulated environments.
  
  

Position Requirements

• PhD in a scientific discipline, or Masters with 1-2 years of related experience or B.S. in a scientific discipline with 4-6 years of related experience.
• Experience in a development / manufacturing environment preferred.
• Has expertise in biochemistry, chemistry, and molecular biology.
• Must be hands-on in the laboratory and ability to troubleshooting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills especially experience with writing SOPs and Batch records.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork.
• Ability to take initiative and drive projects to completion with detailed and efficient execution and reporting.
  
  

Candidates must have current authorization to work in the United States without the need for present or future sponsorship.

This role is required to be 100% onsite.

You may be required from time to time to visit and work at PacBio locations and for such times as the Company considers necessary for the proper performance of your duties.

All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability, gender identity, and sexual orientation.

Salary Range

$97,400.00 – $146,200.00

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability, gender identity, and sexual orientation.

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