Lead Research Associate

CareDx, Inc. is a leading precision medicine solutions company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of clinically differentiated, high-value healthcare solutions for transplant patients and caregivers. CareDx offers products, testing services, and digital healthcare solutions along the pre- and post-transplant patient journey, and is the leading provider of genomics-based information for transplant patients.

We are seeking a highly motivated, critical, and creative Research Associate to join the CareDx CLIA Transfer group. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing, dynamic, and clinical oriented team innovating cutting-edge technology. The primary function of this position will be to drive development and transferring of innovative diagnostic solutions to clinical setting for transplant recipients. The ideal candidate will be able to lead assay development and validation projects, have experience interfacing with cross functional teams including bioinformatics, biostatistics, data science, clinical and lab operations; and have experience in molecular biology methods for nucleic acid characterization and applications.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute internal assay development/validation activities in collaboration with cross functional teams and industry partners
• Prototype, optimize, and implement new laboratory techniques and analysis methods for NGS-based molecular assays
• Collaborate with automation engineers to optimize assay workflows and processes on semi/fully automated robotic platforms
• Apply your knowledge of molecular biology and advanced analytical methods to generate new biological insights that advance projects
• Participate in team meetings to review data and support product development progress
• Summarize, present and document study outcomes to key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with different functions including bioinformatics, data science, biostatistics, clinical development, quality, and clinical operations.
• Independently plan, execute, and analyze complex laboratory experiments
• Interface with staff in multiple departments and clearly communicate results with colleagues

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Molecular Biology preferred
• Minimum of 5-7 years laboratory experience
• Hands-on experience with and in-depth knowledge of Illumina NGS workflows including DNA/RNA extraction, library preparation, sequencing, and data analysis.
• Proven track record of developing and optimizing NGS assay protocols.
• Experience with cell enrichment and cell purity processes
• Knowledge of theoretical and applied statistics.
• Experienced working in CLIA environment is a plus
• Ability to collect requirements, plan activities and prioritize activities/assignments to supporting team members.
• Able to identify risk and provide recommendations for risk mitigation in area of responsibility and at project level.
• Excellent interdisciplinary communication skills required
• Bioinformatics skills such as programming and data mining are a plus
• Good organizational skills, and detail oriented

Additional Details:

Every individual at CareDx has a direct impact on our collective mission to improve the lives of organ transplant patients worldwide. We believe in taking great care of our people, so they take even greater care of our patients.

Our competitive Total Rewards package includes:

• Competitive base salary and incentive compensation
• Health and welfare benefits including a gym reimbursement program
• 401(k) savings plan match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• And more!

In addition, we have a Living Donor Employee Recovery Policy that allows up to 30 days of paid leave annually to a full-time employee who makes the selfless act of donating an organ or bone marrow.

With products that are making a difference in the lives of transplant patients today and a promising pipeline for the future, it's an exciting time to be part of the CareDx team. Join us in partnering with transplant patients to transform our future together.

CareDx, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program.

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