Development Scientist, Special Projects
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
New England Biolabs (NEB) is inviting applications for a Development Scientist position within the Applications and Product Development Department. The successful candidate will work both independently and in collaboration with other groups on key strategic projects that align with the scientific interests of the company. This position offers opportunities to develop novel reagents and workflow solutions, engage with academic and diagnostic customers, attend scientific conferences and learn from technically-and commercially-focused colleagues across the company. Title level will be determined based on candidate experience.
Primary Responsibilities
Develop and characterize novel solutions to support nucleic acid-based technologies and workflows Work with department leadership to establish and prioritize projectsCollaborate with colleagues across the company (research, production, marketing, etc.) to conduct proof of principle experiments, de-risk projects, and launch products relevant to current and cutting-edge workflowsUnderstand benefits and risks of possible solutions to enable relevant go/no go decisionsShare technical expertise relevant to training/background beyond immediate projectsActively engage with customers to understand and address needs or concerns Create content for technical and marketing materialsPresent findings to internal and external customers/collaborators
Required Qualifications and Experience
Ph.D. in Biochemistry or related field with a sophisticated understanding of molecular biology and current challenges/limitationsAbility to work independently and collaboratively across multiple teams as neededStrong quantitative reasoning and data analysis skillsExperience designing/developing novel assaysExcellent interpersonal skillsEffective verbal and written communication Customer support experience and mindsetScientific enthusiasm and integrityAn ability to balance multiple projects, learn new skills and excel in a team environment
EEO Statement
New England Biolabs is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community; as an EEO/AA employer, New England Biolabs considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. More in-depth details of EEO are available here.
Information regarding New England Biolabs commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion can be found here.
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