Research Scientist III
Group K Diagnostics (GKD) is a startup based in Philadelphia, PA focused, since its inception in 2017, on building first-in-class diagnostic solutions that will revolutionize patient healthcare. As we have expanded the application of our patented medical device platform, our company has grown. We are a team of innovators dedicated to bringing the best point-of-care tests to the global community through the development of new technologies to meet persisting and evolving needs for actionable diagnostic information.
We are currently seeking a Scientist to join our product development team. This is a permanent, full-time position reporting to the Chief Scientific Officer.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and test paper-based molecular microfluidics in vitro diagnostic devices for infectious disease targets
- Create and implement protocols and SOPs
- Perform experiments in a regulated BSL-2 environment using GLP-compliant processes to support pre-clinical and clinical studies
- Work independently with a range of biological specimens for multiple projects
- Document experiments, analyze data, and report conclusions
- Present data regularly at team meetings
- Keep up-to-date with literature in the field and have a proactive, innovative approach to problem-solving
- Work cross-functionally with scientists, engineers, and software team
- Meet deadlines in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment
Requirements:
- PhD in molecular biology/biochemistry/bioengineering or related field with significant molecular laboratory experience
- Minimum 4 years academic or industrial experience in molecular assay development including optimization, data analytics, interpretation, and technical reporting
- Bench-level working knowledge of design of PCR, LAMP, and other molecular reaction-based testing
- Experience in design of experiments and data warehouse methodologies and microfluidics preferred
- Experience working in BSL-2 laboratories following GLP and aseptic techniques
- Experience designing and reporting validation studies for FDA submission a plus
- Proficient with MS Office Suite, statistical software, Google Scholar and other external resources for scientific information
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication
Benefits and compensation
$76,000-$100,000
We believe in listening to employee's needs. We offer a 4-day work week, flexible schedules, and a holiday policy that fits your cultural/religious beliefs. Also, our generous benefits package for full-time employees includes: 15/85 (employee/employer) medical, dental, and vision benefits, SIMPLE IRA with up to 3% of base salary match, transportation benefits, basic life insurance, 15 days paid time off your first year, and paid parental leave.
GKD is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to inclusion and diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
GKD will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.
GKD is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
GKD participates in the E-Verify program.