💼 About This Role

You'll drive process improvement and technology transfer for molecular diagnostics in a high-throughput CLIA lab. You'll directly impact NIPT assays that transform patient lives. This onsite role starts in Union City, CA then moves to Austin, TX in summer 2027.

🎯 What You'll Do

• Design and execute wet lab experiments to improve process efficiency and assay reliability.
• Evaluate new molecular biology techniques to enhance assay performance.
• Perform complex manual and automated lab procedures like nucleic acid extraction and PCR.
• Build data analysis tools to monitor process health and accelerate troubleshooting.

📋 Requirements

• BS or MS in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline.
• At least 1 year of hands-on lab research experience with core molecular biology techniques.
• Experience in data analysis (bioinformatics, statistical analysis) and comfort with modern AI tools.
• Willingness to relocate from Union City, CA to Austin, TX in summer 2027.

✨ Nice to Have

• Start-up experience.
• Previous automation or clinical laboratory experience.
• Experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS) and library preparation.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• 🏖️ Generous Family Bonding Leave (16 weeks paid at 100%)
• 🏥 Multiple medical benefit options; employee premiums paid 100% on select plans
• 💰 Retirement savings program with 4% company match
• 🍽️ Free daily on-site lunches from top eateries
• 🏋️ On-campus perks including state-of-the-art gym and EV charging

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks · AI estimate

1. 1Recruiter Call· 30 min
2. 2Hiring Manager Interview· 60 min
3. 3Technical Interview· 60 min