Scientist I, New Technology Development (R-100862)

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Job description

Who We Are:

NanoString Technologies ( NASDAQ: NSTG )is a leading provider of life science tools for discovery and translational research. The company'snCounter® Analysis System is used in life sciences research and has been cited in more than 3,800 peer-reviewed publications. ThenCounterAnalysis System offers a cost-effective way to easily profile the expression of hundreds of genes, proteins, miRNAs, or copy number variations, simultaneously with high sensitivity and precision, facilitating a wide variety of basic research and translational medicine applications. The company'sGeoMx® Digital Spatial Profiler enableshighly-multiplexedspatial profiling of RNA and protein targets in a variety of sample types, including FFPE tissue sections. Built on pioneering principles in 2003,NanoStringis blazing new trails and exploring new frontiers to adapt to the everchanging landscape and becoming smarter and more innovative in the process. We are dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and providing solutions that can have a meaningful impact in research and discovery.

Our purpose is to Map the Universe of Biology. We enable scientists to answer questions they have always wanted to ask to explore the boundaries of cellular structures and create an atlas of biological interactions that define life. We are relentless in our quest to Catalyze the Next Biological Revolution leading to Advancing the Human Condition. In addition to a pioneering spirit, we value: Grit. Authenticity. Ambition. Ingenuity. Customers . Join our team!

Job Summary:

NanoString Technologies is seeking a highly motivated and technology-savvy Scientist I, New Technology Development , who will join R&D. This position will have a key role on the development of a novel new spatial profiling technology, an approach for measuring expression levels of proteins and nucleic acids in a highly multiplexed manner in specific areas of tissues. As technology is developed, you will have opportunities for close collaboration between biologists, engineers, chemists, and Software developers. Successful candidate must be passionate about wet-lab driven experimentations to find innovative solutions to development hurdles and analytical skills to make decision on next steps. Candidate must have strong analytical skills, strong oral and written communication skills, and strong track record of independent as well as collaborative research and development.

Essential Functions:

• Apply advanced and expert scientific knowledge to in-situ molecular detection assay development projects
• Conceive, design and carry-out proof-of-concept experiments for fast development of new molecular detection technologies
• Drive wet-bench experimentation, subsequent data analysis/interpretation activities, and generate summary reports
• Collaborate with software and hardware engineers to further improve instrumentation

Qualifications and Requirements (Education, Experience, Specific Skills):

• PhD. inbio-physics, bioengineering, molecular biology or related field
• Experience and demonstrated track record of developing new technologies in life sciences field.
• Knowledge and/or experience of in situ nucleic acid detection techniques
• Hands-on, state-of-the-art molecular biology experience in nucleic acid analysis and manipulation, including DNA and RNA purification, amplification, hybridization, etc.
• Working knowledge of DNA and RNA enzymology including polymerases, ligases, nucleases, modification enzymes, etc.
• Experience in NGS data processing preferred and proficiency in data analysis in R and/or python or similar required
• Experience working with tissue
• Ability to work both independently and as member of a project team
• Experience working with fluorescence microscope preferred

NanoString is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. NanoString does not accept unsolicited agency resumes and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that it does not have a signed agreement with.

COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIREMENT: NanoString has a COVID-19 vaccination policy that applies to ALL U.S. employees (regardless of work location), onsite contractors and visitors except as prohibited by applicable law. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees are required to provide proof of full vaccination within 31 days of their hiring date or have applied for an exemption for which an accommodation can be made. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final (or only) dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. Exemptions will be considered for medical conditions/disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, observations, or practices. For any visitor coming onsite to one of NanoString's facilities, we must verify that the visitor is fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to site entry and visitors must don a face mask at all times when onsite in a NanoString facility.

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