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Danaher Corporation

Scientist II

Danaher Corporation, Sunnyvale, California, United States, 94087


Danaher Corporation Scientist II in Sunnyvale, CaliforniaAt 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.

The Scientist II position is primarily a bench level R&D job focusing on real time PCR and RT-PCR assay and product development in an FDA-QSR and ISO9001 compliant organization.

This position is part of Assay R&D and will be located 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:

Maintain detailed experimental records and present data at technical meetings.

Positively impact a range of internal and external customers, and other related teams.

Demonstrate conceptual and practical expertise in the infectious disease field and basic knowledge of related disciplines.

Effectively manage experiments with shifting priorities and meet due dates.

The essential requirements of the job include:

Design and develop the unique PCR based viral IVD product.

Implement verification and validation SOPs and write technical reports.

Perform rigorous analytical studies required to demonstrate technical feasibility and design verification studies.

Handle clinical samples and assist in microbiology work on BSL-1 and BSL-2 organisms if needed.

Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology/Microbiology/Bioinformatics or related field with 2+ years of related work experience OR Master’s degree in Molecular Biology/Microbiology/Bioinformatics or related field with 1+ years of related work experience.

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

GeneXpert platform.

Handling human clinical specimens and performing aseptic microbiology work.

The salary range for this role is $81,000 - $111,000. 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 a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.

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.

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.

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. Please contact us at applyassistance@danaher.com to request accommodation.

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