Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

Position Summary:

We are seeking a driven, curious, and collaborative Molecular Biologist - Assay Development to join our growing Research & Development team. This role is ideal for someone excited to turn sophisticated data into real-world solutions.

You will own the development of molecular assays and integrate wet-lab and computational approaches to uncover insights that drive discovery and innovation. Your work will directly support biomarker identification, diagnostics, and translational research programs.

Location: West Hills, CA. Relocation assistance is NOT provided. ​

What You’ll Do:

• Build, develop, and optimize molecular assays across omics platforms, including NGS, qPCR, RNA-seq, and proteomics (e.g., mass spectrometry or sequencing-based methods).

• Analyze high-throughput omics data to support product development, biomarker discovery, and research initiatives.

• Integrate multi-omics datasets to understand biological systems and discover new pathways or targets.

• Build and maintain bioinformatics pipelines using tools such as Python, R, or other relevant programming languages.

• Collaborate with cross-functional partners in assay development, computational biology, and clinical research to accelerate innovation.

• Document methods and results clearly, ensuring data quality and alignment with regulatory standards.

• Present findings to internal teams and contribute to publications, reports, and partnerships.

What You Bring:

• M.Sc. in Molecular Biology, Genomics, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, or a related field with 3+ years of hands-on experience. OR Ph.D in Molecular Biology, Genomics, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, or a related field.

• Proven experience with multi-omics techniques (e.g., NGS, RNA-seq, proteomics, or transcriptomics workflows).

• Strong background in product development, including optimization and validation for research or clinical applications.

• Proficiency in analyzing omics data using bioinformatics tools and statistical methods.

• Coding experience and ability to build or manage data workflows.

• Extract actionable insights from large biological datasets.

• Strong attention to detail, critical thinking skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

• Comfortable managing multiple projects and prioritizing effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Collaborate with a passionate, inclusive, and diverse team of scientists and innovators.

• Contribute to cutting-edge research with real-world impact on diagnostics and healthcare.

• Enjoy an encouraging culture that values innovation, learning, and growth.

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $91,700.00–$137,500.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards