Scientist Assay Development NGS - Uppsala, Sverige - Olink

Beskrivning

Who we are

Olink Proteomics is a rapidly growing life science company committed to advancing the understanding of human diseases through proteomics. We are dedicated to innovation, quality, rigor and transparency, providing outstanding solutions and support for human protein biomarker discovery.

The vital role of proteins in understanding human biology has been recognized for many decades, but technological limitations severely restricted the comprehensive investigation of the huge number of proteins that could be important in different biological processes and diseases. With Olink, scientists can now simultaneously measure thousands of human proteins using just a few μL of blood sample, with highly specific, thoroughly validated assays that cover a very wide dynamic range (fg/mL to μg/mL).

In a few years, Olink has grown rapidly from a small, Sweden-based company offering assays for a few hundred proteins, to a NASDAQ-listed organization with a strong global presence, a broad portfolio of flexible protein biomarker solutions and library of high quality, thoroughly validated assays that covers ~5400 proteins.

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Position Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Scientist to join our Assay Development NGS Section within the Highplex Department, enabling the development of new highplex products. As Scientist you will participate in research and development of product ideas and products in accordance with project plans and work schedules. The position involves laboratory work, analysis and documentation . In this role you would report to the Section Manager Assay Development NGS and be based in our Uppsala headquarters.

Primary Responsibilities

• Actively participate in development of product concepts and ideas.
• Independently plan and execute laboratory work in accordance with set project plans and work schedules.
• Evaluate, report and document results from the laboratory work. Scientifically communicate outcomes of R&D studies within own area.
• Supporting more junior colleagues in development, product care or research activities.
• Participate as project member in meetings and project planning.
• Perform verification studies and contribute to analyzing data to be shown to customers.
• Develop and improve existing and new procedures, protocols and analysis methods.
• Actively participate in the development of the group's and department's activities and participate in improvement projects.

Qualifications/skills

• Ph.D. in a relevant life sciences field (e.g., Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Immunotechnology) or equivalent experience
• Two or more years working experience from the industry.
• Documented lab experience.
• Extensive scientific and technical knowledge in molecular biology, proteomics and biochemistry.
• Experienced with assay development of antibody-based test methods as well as working with and optimizing PCR/qPCR and DNA sequencing (NGS).
• Experienced with planning and reporting trials.
• Experience of lab automation, pipetting robots and different conjugation chemistries is advantageous.
• Good understanding of data analysis. Experience with R and handling large data sets is a plus.
• Good communication skills in written and spoken English. Proficiency in Swedish is a plus.

As a person you are a team player who finds it easy to communicate with others, both within the team and cross-functionally. You love to solve problems by thinking outside the box and you have an eye for details. Finally, you are a positive person who is flexibility in terms of your daily tasks.

If you are a driven scientist with a passion for developing innovative protein assays and want to be part of a team at the forefront of biotechnology, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position. The selection process is on-going, and the position might get filled before the last day of application so please apply as soon as possible, however no later than