NeoGenomics Laboratories · 21 hours ago
Scientist I
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelNeoGenomics Laboratories is looking for a Molecular Scientist to join their team in Houston, TX. In this role, you will conduct scientific experiments and processes to develop high-value research or diagnostic products while providing accurate scientific data within project schedules.
BiotechnologyGeneticsHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedicalPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
New Assay Development: Conceive, design, develop, validate and execute novel molecular assays, including PCR (qPCR, ddPCR, real-time PCR), Sanger, NGS, and other advanced molecular techniques
Drive innovation in assay sensitivity, specificity, and robustness to meet scientific, clinical and regulatory standards
Work closely with Bioinformatics to analyze and interpret complex sequencing datasets and analysis pipelines
Experimental Planning & Execution: Design and conduct experiments to validate molecular tests for clinical trials or diagnostic needs
Analyze data rigorously, troubleshoot technical challenges, and refine protocols to ensure accuracy and reproducibility
Collaboration & Cross-Functional Leadership: Work closely with cross-functional teams (R&D, clinical, regulatory, quality) teams to translate scientific discoveries into scalable diagnostic solutions
Evaluate and integrate emerging sequencing platforms and technologies (e.g., Illumina, Oxford Nanopore, PacBio, Element Biosciences)
Qualification
Required
B.S or Masters in a life, physical or computer science with related experience
Extensive hands-on experience with assay design, development and validations for broad range of molecular assays
Strong experience in data qc, data review and data analysis
Basic understanding of laboratory or analytical techniques
Detail orientated with ability to capture and record complex scientific data accurately and reliably
Good written and verbal presentation skills and the ability to use software tools to produce high impact presentations of data
Ability to problem solve and escalate problems appropriately in a timely manner
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Must be able to work in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment and maintain production and quality standards
Preferred
Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Genomics, Bioengineering, or a related discipline preferred
Benefits
Highly competitive benefits with a variety HMO and PPO options
Company 401k match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Tuition reimbursement
Leadership development
16 days of paid time off plus holidays
Wellness courses
Highly engaged employee resource groups
Company
NeoGenomics Laboratories
NeoGenomics, Inc. is a premier cancer diagnostics company specializing in cancer genetics testing and oncology data solutions.
Founded in 1998
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (5)
2024 (10)
2023 (2)
2022 (4)
2021 (3)
2020 (7)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$925.9M2021-05-05Post Ipo Equity· $200M
2020-04-30Post Ipo Equity· $125.4M
2020-04-30Post Ipo Debt· $175M
Leadership Team
Ravi Ada
Chief Technology Officer, Informatics Division
George A. Cardoza
Chief Financial Officer
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