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This role will focus on the development and implementation of quality control assays and workflows for single cell and spatial biology products, with a strong emphasis on analytical chemistry skills. The successful candidate will work closely with R&D and Manufacturing teams both domestically and internationally to ensure the highest quality standards for 10x products are met from concept through post-launch activities.\nWhat you will be doing:\nLead and collaborate on the development, validation, and implementation of novel and/or orthogonal quality control methods for molecular biology products across single cell and spatial biology technology platforms\n\nDesign, documentation, and implementation of end-to-end QC strategies from raw materials to finished goods that are efficient and cost effective\n\nOptimization and continuous improvement of existing QC strategies and methods\n\nTrain QC team members domestically and internationally on complex analytical assays with reassessment and retraining for compliance as needed\n\nIndependently troubleshoot and resolve issues related to product formulation, customer escalations, long-term storage, and quality control\n\nDesign and conduct experiments to understand molecular interactions within complex systems, including cause and effect, root cause of failure modes, guardbanding for manufacturing workflows, and optimization using Design of Experiments (DOE) methodologies or other statistically driven approaches\n\nDocument and update standard operating procedures (SOPs)\n\nPresent key findings to cross functional teams and leadership\n\nMinimum Requirements:\nPhD or MS in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Organic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related fields\n\n2+ years (PhD) or 5+ years (MS) of relevant biotechnology or analytical chemistry industrial experience\n\nDemonstrated experience designing, developing, and implementing QC strategies from raw materials to finished products\n\nDeep understanding and hands-on experience with application of analytical chemistry and/or molecular biology techniques such as:\nCharacterization and quantification of oligonucleotides via direct mass spectroscopy, LC/MS, and other advanced analytical methods\n\nCharacterization and quantification of proteins and enzymes via mass spectroscopy, LC/MS, and kinetic/thermodynamic assays\n\nCharacterization of antibodies via flow cytometry, gel electrophoresis, and other advanced analytical techniques\n\nDevelopment of HPLC methods for characterization of small molecules\n\nSeparation and characterization of complex mixtures of biological molecules to support protein purification development efforts\n\nPCR\n\nqPCR techniques for quantification via dye & probe-based approaches\n\nDemonstrated success in developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting analytical chemistry assays\n\nExperience developing and implementing novel quality control assays to assess performance in functional and orthogonal assays\n\nDemonstrated ability to document and transfer complex analytical assays into manufacturing and quality control environments\n\nStrong collaboration and communication skills across technical and non-technical portions of the organization\n\nAbility to manage multiple priorities and provide clear communication and recommendations around scientific results\n\nPreferred Skills & Background:\nDirect experience developing or working with single cell and/or spatial biology products\n\nExperience working in ISO 9001 or ISO 13485 environments\n\nExperience using statistical tools, such as JMP or R, to analyze complex data sets and create DOE experiments\n\nExperience automating analytical analyses and reports\n\nPrevious experience supervising and/or mentoring junior staff\n\nPrevious work communicating and troubleshooting quality control issues with external suppliers\n\nHands-on experience with 10x Genomics products\n\nBelow is the base pay range for this full-time position. The actual base pay will depend on several factors unique to each candidate, including one’s skills, qualifications, and experience. At 10x, base pay is also just one component of the Company’s total compensation package. This role is also eligible for 10x’s equity grants, its comprehensive health and retirement benefit programs, and its annual bonus program or sales incentive program. During the hiring process, your 10x recruiter can share more about the Company’s total compensation package.\nSalary Range: $123,100 - $166,500\nOur teams are empowered and encouraged to follow their passions, pursue new ideas, and perform at their best in an inclusive and dynamic environment. We know that behind every scientific breakthrough, there is a deep infrastructure of talented people driving the life sciences industry and making it possible for scientists and clinicians to make new strides. We are dedicated to finding the very best person for every aspect of our work because the innovations and discoveries that we enable together will lead to better technologies, better treatments, and a better future. Find out how you can make a 10x difference.\nIndividuals seeking employment at 10x Genomics are considered without regards to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.\n10x does not accept unsolicited applicants submitted by third-party recruiters or agencies. Any resume or application submitted to 10x without a vendor agreement in place will be considered unsolicited and property of 10x, and 10x will not pay a placement fee.\nPlease be aware of recruitment scams impersonating 10x Genomics. All recruiting communication will come from email addresses @10xgenomics.com. We also want to encourage you to apply to 10x Genomics positions directly on our careers site, https://careers.kula.ai/10xgenomics?pid=171812447059&domain=10xgenomics.com or from reputable third party sites, such as LinkedIn or Indeed. 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