Scientist II

At Cepheid, we are passionate about improving health care through fast, accurate diagnostic testing. Our mission drives us, every moment of every day, as we develop scalable, groundbreaking solutions to solve the world’s most complex health challenges. Our associates are involved in every stage of molecular diagnostics, from ideation to development and delivery of testing advancements that improve patient outcomes across a range of settings. As a member of our team, you can make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale, within an environment that fosters career growth and development.

Cepheid is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Danaher Diagnostics companies. Together, we’re working at the pace of change on diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges, driven by knowing that behind every test there is a patient waiting.

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The Scientist II is a bench-level job focusing on real-time PCR and RT-PCR assay and product development in an FDA-QSR and ISO9001-compliant organization. The candidate will plan and execute laboratory research and demonstrate appropriate technical proficiency, scientific creativity, and collaboration with cross-functional departments.

This position is part of the Biochip R&D team and will be in Sunnyvale, CA, Onsite. At Cepheid, our vision is to be the leading provider of seamlessly connected diagnostic solutions.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

Support executing studies to verify sensitivity and specificity of oligonucleotide designs in PCR detection and melt. Work cross functionally with Bioinformatics, Engineering, and other interdisciplinary groups to design, define, and test various aspects of the assay. Perform nucleic acid extraction/purification.

The essential requirements of the job include:

Evaluating and testing reagent formulations, lyophilization, and stabilities and develop real-time PCR assays by integrating PCR detection with sample preparation and device fluidics as part of feasibility studies involved in developing a prototype. Analyzing data using statistical tools such as Microsoft Excel or Minitab. Ability to follow product development lifecycle process and design control. Maintaining detailed experimental records and documents results in a technical report in a laboratory notebook, presenting data at internal team meetings. Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of related work experience OR Master’s degree in field 
with 0-2 years of related work experience.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

Ability to lift, move or carry equipment up to 25 lbs. Ability to work in a laboratory environment wearing personal protective equipment including but not limited to lab coats, goggles, gloves, masks, etc. for extended periods.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

Experience with real time PCR or RT-PCR optimization. Experience with product development/design control (Technical Feasibility and Design & Development phases). Knowledge in handling clinical samples and ability to work in a BSL-2 environment.

Cepheid, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at danaherbenefitsinfo.com.

The salary range for this role is $82,000 to $126,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

At Danaher we bring together science, technology and operational capabilities to accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. Our global teams are pioneering what’s next across Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Biotechnology and beyond. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

Given the essential job duties of this position, the employee is required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to reasonable accommodation and applicable law.

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. We value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve.Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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