86 assay development scientist jobs at 56 companies in Berkeley, CA

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Scientist II- Assay Development
Palo Alto, California, United States
$123k-$169k/yr HybridFull Time
Guardant Health
Guardant HealthNasdaqGS: GH: Provides blood-based and tissue-based precision oncology diagnostic tests.
2+ YOEPhD in molecular biology/related field,2+ years industry experience,NGS assay development experience,strong data analysis and communication skills.
Python, R, JMP
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Scientist I - IVD Assay Development
Fremont, California, United States
$120k-$140k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Alamar Biosciences
Alamar Biosciences: Develops high-sensitivity proteomics platforms for early disease detection.
0+ YOEPh.D. or M.S. in biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology or related; 0–2+ years IVD assay development experience; hands-on immunoassay and molecular technique experience; knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 13485; proficiency in data analysis (Excel, GraphPad Prism).
NULISA, GraphPad Prism, Microsoft Excel
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Scientist / Senior Scientist, Assay Development (Reagents)
Berkeley, California, United States
$112k-$162k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Glyphic Biotechnologies
Glyphic Biotechnologies: Developing next-generation platforms for single-molecule protein sequencing.
4+ YOEReagent development and QC experience in biochemical systems; DOE design; SOPs and documentation proficiency.
HPLC, Fluorescence-based functional assays, DOE-informed study design, Stability testing methods
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Senior / Staff Scientist, NGS Assay Development
San Carlos, California, United States
$120k-$150k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Clear Labs
Clear Labs: Automated next-generation sequencing platform for diagnostics and food safety.
8+ YOEPhD in molecular biology/genomics/bioengineering or 8+ years NGS assay development with regulated environment; Illumina NGS production; DOE/statistical design; ISO 13485/FDA design controls.
R, Python, JMP, Illumina sequencing, DOE, Finite State?
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Scientist II, Assay Operations, Screening Platform Technologies
Redwood City, California, United States
$132k-$166k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Revolution Medicines
Revolution MedicinesNASDAQ: RVMD: Developing precision oncology therapies for RAS-addicted cancers
2+ YOEPhD (2–4 yrs) or MS (5–8 yrs) in relevant field; expertise in assay development, high-throughput/high-content screening, automation (liquid handling), and data analysis (Genedata, Spotfire, Python/R).
Genedata Screener, D360, Spotfire, Python, R, Microsoft Excel, Hamilton, Dragonfly, Echo, Mosquito, Agilent Bravo, Tecan
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 Sr Scientist, Development
South San Francisco, California, United States
$150k-$170k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Veracyte
VeracyteNASDAQ: VCYT: Provides genomic diagnostic tests for precise cancer diagnosis.
6+ YOEDoctorate in biology-related field, 6+ years postgraduate bench experience with >5 years industry product development experience; expertise in molecular assay and NGS development, design controls, LIMS, automation, SOPs, mentorship, and data interpretation.
LIMS, NGS
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Scientist I, Analytical Development
San Carlos, California, United States
$129k-$151k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Vaxcyte
VaxcyteNASDAQ: PCVX: Developing vaccines to prevent and treat bacterial diseases.
Hands-on lab experience performing analytical assays (H/UPLC, LC-MS, CE, ELISA, SDS-PAGE, icIEF, PCR), method development/troubleshooting, strong documentation and data interpretation; PhD/MS/BS in relevant science field required with corresponding industry experience.
HPLC, UPLC, SEC, CE, UV-Vis, ELISA, electrophoresis, plate-based assays, LC-MS, SDS-PAGE, icIEF, Western Blot, PCR
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Research Specialist / Sr Scientist, Assay Sciences, Discovery Pharmacology
Redwood City or California
$130k-$226k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Altos Labs
Altos Labs: Developing cell rejuvenation therapies to reverse diseases and aging.
8+ YOERequired: BSc/MSc with 8+ years industry experience or PhD with ≥6 years post-PhD (senior track). Strong experience developing and running cell-based and biochemical assays, lab automation, MSD/HTRF/AlphaLISA, ELN use, HCI, and CRO management.
MSD, HTRF, AlphaLISA, Bravo, Echo, I.DOT, Digital Dispenser, ELN, high-content imaging
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Scientist/Senior Scientist, Analytical Development & Characterization – Cell Therapy
Redwood City, California, United States
$160k-$195k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Retro Biosciences
Retro Biosciences: Developing therapies to extend healthy human lifespan.
5+ YOE5+ years industry experience in analytical development/characterization for biologics or cell/gene therapy; hands-on flow cytometry and functional assay development; IND-enabling study design, data documentation, and regulatory knowledge; advanced degree preferred.
flow cytometry
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Scientist 1, Oncology | Drug Discovery
South San Francisco, California, United States
$113k/yr OnsiteFull Time
AbbVie
AbbVieNYSE: ABBV: Develops and sells innovative pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical medicines.
1+ YOEMS in biology/biochemistry/cell or related field and 1 year as a development scientist; experience with binding potency assays (ELISA, TR-FRET, Octet, flow cytometry), assay development, SOPs, and scientific reporting.
ELISA, TR-FRET, Octet, flow cytometry
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Senior Scientist, IVD Product Development
San Carlos, California, United States
$138k-$173k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Natera
NateraNASDAQ: NTRA: Provides clinical genetic testing and diagnostics services.
3+ YOEBA/BS with 8+ years, MS with 5+ years, or PhD with 3+ years in assay development and automation; CLIA lab and IVD product development experience.
JMP, R, Python, Excel, NGS, PCR, liquid handler robots
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Principal Scientist I, Molecular Lab Research and Early Development
Pleasanton, California, United States
$111k-$207k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Roche
RocheSIX Swiss Exchange: ROG: Develops and manufactures pharmaceutical medicines and diagnostic solutions.
5+ YOEPhD in a related field with 5+ years industry experience; deep NGS and diagnostic assay development expertise; assay troubleshooting; interpreting bioinformatics outputs; strong communication and organizational skills.
Axelios Sequencing platform, Sequencing by Expansion (SBX), NGS, Element, Ultima, PacBio, Oxford, Hamilton, Tecan, CLIA
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Redwood City, California, United States
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Pilgrim
Pilgrim: Develops battlefield-ready biotechnology and ruggedized medical hardware for defense.
Develop and validate nucleic acid assays and sample-preparation workflows; design experiments, troubleshoot failure modes, and translate bench protocols into automated, quality-controlled workflows.
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Staff Scientist, Single-Cell Multiomics Product Development
Milpitas, California, United States
$136k-$217k/yr OnsiteFull Time
BD
BDNYSE: BDX: Manufactures medical devices, surgical instruments, and pharmacy automation systems.
8+ YOEDoctoral degree required; 8+ years research experience (5+ in industry); expertise in RNA-seq/NGS, FFPE sample assays, single-cell multiomics, assay development, data analysis, and strong communication skills.
BD Rhapsody
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Senior Associate Scientist, Analytical Development (Contract)
South San Francisco, California, United States
$45-$50/hr OnsiteContract
Allogene Therapeutics
Allogene TherapeuticsNASDAQ: ALLO: Develops allogeneic cell therapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases
Bachelor's or master's in immunology or cell biology; experience with flow cytometry, cell-based assays, data analysis; authorization to work in the U.S.; 1-year contract with possible extension.
Flow Cytometry, FlowJo, R, Spotfire, cGMP
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Scientist/Sr Scientist, Therapeutics
Redwood City, California, United States
$110k-$145k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Earli
Earli: Developing genetic constructs for early cancer detection and treatment
4+ YOEPhD (4+ years postdoc/industry) or MS/BS (8+ years) with strong molecular biology, mammalian protein expression/purification, cellular immunology, flow cytometry, assay development, and scientific communication skills.
PyMOL, AlphaFold, Luminex, CBA, ELISA, SDS-PAGE, SEC, flow cytometry, PCR, qPCR, HEK293, CHO, lentivirus, AAV, mRNA, LNP
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Scientist / Senior Scientist, RNA Therapeutics
San Francisco, California, United States
$135k-$180k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Capable
Capable: Early-stage biotech developing novel peptide-based therapeutics.
Hands-on experience with RNA therapeutics and oligo design; ability to design ASOs/siRNAs, select chemistry, run in vitro/in vivo assays, and analyze PK/PD and efficacy data. Experience with qPCR, RNA-seq, HPLC/UPLC, LC-MS, and related assays.
HPLC/UPLC, LC-MS, MALDI, UV quantification, PAGE, RNA-seq, qPCR, ddPCR, Western blot, ELISA
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Scientist/Senior Scientist, PK/PD Assays
South San Francisco, California, United States
$90k-$110k/yr OnsiteFull Time
NewLimit
NewLimit: Developing epigenetic reprogramming medicines to extend human healthspan.
5+ YOEPhD in molecular biology/biochemistry/cell biology or 5+ years equivalent; 3+ years bioanalytical assay experience; PK/PD biomarker knowledge; primary cell culture experience.
RT-qPCR, ddPCR, ELISA, MSD, Olink, SOMAscan, NGS
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Senior Scientist, Analytical Development - Stem Cell & Metabolomics
South San Francisco, California, United States
$105k-$194k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Roche
RocheSIX Swiss Exchange: ROG: Provides innovative pharmaceutical and diagnostic healthcare solutions.
3+ YOEPhD in relevant field or Master’s with 3+ years, extensive bench experience in stem cell culture and metabolic assays, expertise in mitochondrial and metabolic flux analysis, strong communication and organizational skills.
LC-MS, flow cytometry, qPCR, ddPCR, ELISA, Seahorse
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Principal Scientist, Translational Medicine
South San Francisco, California, United States
$171k-$223k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Denali Therapeutics
Denali TherapeuticsNASDAQ: DNLI: Developing treatments for neurodegenerative diseases through brain-delivery technology.
10+ YOEPhD and 10+ years industry/academic experience in biomarker development, regulatory contributions, assay design, data interpretation, and scientific communication.