Join a top-tier global pharma leader in San Diego, CA, as a Scientist I (AI/ML - Assay Design). In this innovative role, you will combine molecular biology, machine learning, and data engineering to build next-generation, high-throughput primer design systems for cutting-edge diagnostic platforms.
location: San Diego, California
job type: Contract
salary: $45 - 60 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Develop scalable pipelines to process and analyze high-throughput PCR and NGS datasets.
- Design, train, and deploy ML and deep learning models to predict primer efficiency and specificity.
- Build reproducible ML workflows that support end-to-end assay design automation.
- Apply LLM-based methods for sequence annotation, workflow automation, and design recommendations.
qualifications:
Required:
- Ph.D. (0-2 years), M.S. (2-4 years), or B.S. (3-5+ years) in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Data Science, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
- Strong foundation in sequence analysis, primer design, and computational biology workflows.
- Proficiency in Python, with experience in statistical analysis and experimental data interpretation.
- Hands-on experience developing ML or deep learning models using PyTorch, TensorFlow, or scikit-learn.
- Experience with sequence-based modeling or genomic data analysis.
- Experience with workflow tools (Nextflow, Bash), Git, and Linux command-line environments.
- Clear understanding of PCR chemistry and assay design principles.
skills: Chemistry, Computational Chemistry, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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