Research Scientist I, Germany

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Position Overview

The Research Scientist I, with limited guidance from more experienced scientists, works individually and in collaboration with others on multiple projects which are moderate to complex in scope. The Research Scientist I plays an active role in the analysis of mass-spectromotry proteomics data and experiments and is often the technical lead responsible for the successful data analysis and interpretation of results of the project. This position involves independently making detailed observations, analyzing data and interpreting results. Working in a team setting, the Research Scientist I, will be an integral part of the mass-spectromotry proteomics data analysis and discovery group.

• Analyze research/experimental data, interpret the results, and provide insights into the next steps.
• Independently develop, plan, and conduct advanced research experiments, identify problems and discrepancies, analyze results, and identify and address trends in study data.
• Utilize and apply methods or technologies effectively and provide ideas for new techniques, when appropriate.
• Provide technical input and develop research plans, experimental outlines, and design.
• Prepare and provide information and data for scientific abstracts, industry conferences, project meetings, or publication.
• Present experimental results and defend scientific ideas and findings at group meetings.
• Work on problems that are diverse and complex in scope in which analysis of data requires in-depth evaluation of identifiable factors.
• Communicate goals clearly to employees to ensure understanding and success in achieving them.
• Promote an open, collaborative environment built on trust to foster positive teamwork.
• Assist in planning and recommendation of activities that account for prioritization of organizational and department goals.
• Communicate clearly and frequently with all levels of the organization; including team members, senior R&D leaders, project team members (core and extended), partners, and other stakeholders.
• Create high quality presentations that effectively communicate and tie into a cohesive story the experimental data and results.
• Ability to effectively work on several varied projects at one time, with frequent changing priorities.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills with strong attention to detail.
• Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork.
• Ability and means to travel between Exact Sciences locations.

• PhD in life sciences or computational sciences, preferably computational biology or biostatistics or Master's degree in a similar related field and 4 years of related experience in lieu of a PhD; or Bachelor's degree and 6 years of related experience in lieu of PhD.
• 3+ years of professional experience in bioinformatics and commonly used tools in the field
• 1+ years of experience in medical device/IVD, biotech, life science, or pharmaceutical industry.
• Good knowledge of molecular biology, biochemistry, proteomics and genomics.
• 3+ years of experience in algorithm development
• Very good knowledge of written and spoken English
• Demonstrated understanding of GMP, ISO, and Quality Systems.
• Basic knowledge of statistical and mathematical methods in biology/proteomics/genomics; including experience with statistical software.
• Demonstrated ability to perform the Essential Duties of the position with or without accommodation.

• 2+ years of industry experience
• Proteomics or mass spectrometry knowledge