Job Description
Clinical Research Scientist
Title: Clinical Research Scientist
Company: Machaon Diagnostics
Location: Berkeley, California
Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite
About Us
Machaon Diagnostics is a specialized clinical reference laboratory and CRO focusing on hematology, immunology and rare disease diagnostics. We support physicians, hospitals, and pharma/biotech partners by delivering fast, high-quality molecular and functional testing. Our innovative, diagnostic testing includes next-generation sequencing assays, flow cytometry, functional assays, ELISAs and more. We are a CLIA/CAP-accredited laboratory. Our mission is “to save more lives with lab tests.”
About the Role
Are you passionate about bridging the gap between innovative research and life-saving clinical diagnostics? We are seeking a meticulous and driven Clinical Research Scientist to join our team. In this role, you will help evaluate cutting-edge technologies, perform rigorous clinical validations, and support our ongoing testing, while meeting the highest standards of accuracy and patient care.
What You’ll Do
- Bench Work: Perform a diverse array of laboratory methods (e.g., PCR, ELISA, flow cytometry, cell culture)
- Pipeline Evaluation: Scout and evaluate new diagnostic assays, platforms and methodologies to determine clinical utility and feasibility for lab adoption
- Clinical Validation: Design and execute rigorous validation studies in accordance with CLIA and CAP (and when appropriate NYSDOH, GLP, IVDR) guidelines, including statistical analysis for diagnostics performance
- Technical Writing: Author comprehensive validation plans and reports, SOPs, etc.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all activities adhere to strict quality management systems and regulatory guidelines.
What We’re Looking For
Required:
- MSc or PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field
- Ability to perform wet-lab bench work
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Attention to detail is essential—critically ill patients' lives are at stake!
Preferred:
- Post-doctoral lab experience
- Experience in hematology, immune dysregulation, or complement biology
- Prior work in a CLIA/CAP-accredited lab
How to Apply
Submit your CV and a brief note about your research experience to:
james.kain at machaondiagnostics.com
Subject: Clinical Research Scientist