Research Associate, Diagnostic Assay Development
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 31, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 30, 2026. Hologic scores B on the Alion truth index.
Hologic is seeking a Research Associate, Diagnostic Assay Development, responsible for designing and performing experiments while collaborating and communicating effectively. Work will primarily focus on supporting the development of a nucleic acid amplification test on an automated platform.
This is a fully onsite position in San Diego, CA.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan, execute, and analyze minimally complex experiments with input from supervisor.
- Understand experiment goals and provide input to experimental design.
- Perform basic benchtop molecular biology laboratory tasks in support of experiments.
- Analyze data from individual experiments with input from supervisor and document work in laboratory notebook or report.
- Summarize and communicate results from experiments.
- Effectively communicate with peers and supervisor. Present data in group meetings.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the basic knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required:
- Drive and commitment: Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and commitment to team objectives
- Work efficiently and effectively: Effectively manages time and priorities by focusing on highest priority tasks and working efficiently; effectively recovers from mistakes; completes projects on time
- Team membership: Interacts collaboratively in a team environment; knows when and how to use a team approach to solve problems; seeks the contributions of all team members; shares credit with others
- Adapt and learn: Works efficiently in situations involving ambiguity, shifting priorities, and rapid change; demonstrates resilience and composure in difficult circumstances; deals constructively with mistakes and setbacks and learns from them; continually learns to grow and improve skills to meet organizational goals
Education:
- B.A./B.S. Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field.
- Candidates with a M.S. in a relevant field are encouraged to apply.
Experience:
- 0-2 years of relevant laboratory experience.
- Familiarity with basic molecular biology techniques such as PCR, nucleic acid extraction, pipetting, solution preparation, and laboratory documentation is preferred.
- Experience with data analysis and interpretation using Excel or other technical software.
The annualized base salary range for this hourly role is $48,500 - $72,800 and is bonus eligible. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, geography, education, business needs and market demand.
Why Hologic?
We are committed to making Hologic the company where top talent comes to grow. For you to succeed, we want to enable you with the tools and knowledge required and so we provide comprehensive training when you join as well as continued development and training throughout your career.
If you have the right skills and experience, apply today!
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