CareDx, Inc. (formerly XDx, Inc.), based in Brisbane, California, is a publicly traded molecular diagnostics company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of high value, non-invasive tests to enhance the care and long-term outcomes of transplant recipients. The company has commercialized AlloMap Gene Expression Profile Testing, which aids physicians in surveillance of heart transplant recipients.  New data was recently presented at ISHLT 2014 that further supports the clinical utility of AlloMap. CareDx, Inc. also develops new tests for other solid organ transplantation, which are in development.

Specifications

Title: Research Associate

Manager: Staff Scientist

FLSA: Exempt

Classification: Regular full Time 

Department: Research & Development

Location: Brisbane (HQ) 

Management: n/a

The Research Specialist will work in the Research and Development group and will conduct laboratory work using multiple technologies to support process and product development efforts.

Responsibilities as follows, but not necessarily limited to:

• Independently plan, design and conduct experiments using gene amplification, next generation sequencing (NGS), and other relevant molecular biology technologies.

• Support lab efforts to develop technologies, reagents, and controls necessary for the next generation of CareDx products

• Isolate nucleic acids from human samples

• Generate sequencing libraries and perform next generation sequencing with and without automated liquid handling platforms

• Receive and process laboratory specimens following the standard methods and procedures with superb attention to detail

• Maintain sample inventory for clinical studies

• Interface with staff in multiple departments

• BS in molecular biology or a related discipline

• Minimum of 5 years laboratory experience with significant Molecular Biology experience

• Experience purifying nucleic acids on manual and/or automated platforms

• Excellent record keeping and the ability to work with, and control large data sets

• Experience with library preparation for next generation sequencing 

• Experience with LIMS, electronic document control and databases is a plus

• Skilled in Microsoft Office applications

Benefits & Perks:

We provide Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts, Commuter Accounts, 401(k), 3 weeks of vacation, 5 days sick leave, 1 personal floating holiday, 9 paid holidays, gym reimbursement, ping pong, foosball, BBQ’s, social hours, and more!

Work Environment:

Travel is not a primary aspect of this position although travel may be requested from time to time. An employee in this position may work in an environment, or visits facilities, in which safety, environmental and health concerns may demand constant attention. Adherence to the Corporate and/or Plant policies, rules, and regulations in these areas is required.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, handle or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand and walk. There will be periods of time during the workday where you will be sitting for 3-4 hours in a row. Regular use of hands to operate office equipment and type on the keyboard will be required. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.  

CareDx is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.