Scientist Biology R&D
Company Description
At Biomeme we make things. We make hardware; we work with biological organisms; we hack smartphones. We're looking for passionate people who are skilled with their hands and have impeccable attention to detail. You should be a fast learner and not afraid of tackling challenges both big and small. No task is above or below your pay grade.Biomeme is as interdisciplinary as it gets. We combine rigorous biology and chemistry with best-in-class hardware and software engineering. It's all wrapped up in sublime user design, with the goal of helping our customers enact real-world change.
Guided by data and a belief in the iterative process, we develop elegant solutions to complex problems that demand precision. Our partners and customers span a wide range of industries across the US, Latin America, Africa and Europe. We've got great traction in health: Helping to provide innovative testing solutions to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic around the globe. We're also testing for respiratory pathogens in Philadelphia, Malaria and Ebola virus in Africa, Avian Influenza in Europe, veterinary targets in the Andes and Lyme disease in the US. Outside of health, we have partners in industrial quality control in a variety of markets, water monitoring, aquaculture, agriculture, conservation biology and more.
High school students are testing for mislabeled sushi. Quantified Selfers are tracking their microbiome. Everyday users are even testing their own DNA for genetic markers.The team and organization is growing rapidly, and we are expanding our business on all fronts. It's a great time to come onboard.
Location
Center City, Philadelphia, PA 19108
Employment Type
Full Time - Exempt
Experience and Qualifications
BA or BS in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related laboratory science. 3-5 years related lab/industrial experience. MS in similar fields with 0-2 years post graduate lab or industrial experience.
Job Description
Scientists at Biomeme serve cross-functional roles, with the majority of time at the bench in support of R&D of Biomeme’s novel nucleic acid detection and extraction technologies. Scientists may be asked to work semi-independently on projects and may also interface with other groups such as Quality and Engineering in support of their efforts.
Responsibilities
Scientists support in the development of multiplex assays, from target selection through to laboratory validation in both regulated and non-regulated markets, by performing the following tasks:
- Supports in development of multiplex nucleic acid amplification assays, from target selection through to laboratory validation in both regulated and non-regulated markets
- Provides R&D support for Biomeme's nucleic acid sample preparation technologies for a variety of sample matrices Grant / publication writing;
- Maintains data management, processing, and display
- Contributes to the creation of SOP's and other documents in support of our quality management system (ISO 13485)
- Completes and maintains documentation related to assigned work, including hardcopy and electronic lab notebooks.
- Maintains and adheres to safe work habits and all applicable safety procedures and guidelines.
- Inspires and constantly strives to make Biomeme a great place to work and be respected for the quality of its people, products, and clients;
Requirements
- Proficiency in basic laboratory techniques and molecular biology techniques and workflows
- Experience in experimental design and execution
- Ability to interpret results, determine conclusions and present data clearly and concisely to the broader team
- Some ability to work independently and autonomously
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent organizational abilities
- Great communicator
- Friendly, articulate and interested in working in a fun, fast-paced environment
- US Work eligibility
Preferred
- Working knowledge of handling nucleic acids , PCR and RT-PCR and alternative amplification technologies a plus.
- Biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or medical device Industry experience.
