Sr. Scientist
Veracyte · South San Francisco, California, United States · US
Posted 60+ days ago
Clinical Research
On-site
Not yet analysed
Demand80
Career growth75
Healthcare fit35
Remote potential10
5-year outlook
Senior Scientist roles in genomics diagnostics typically offer competitive salaries with strong growth potential, but exact figures depend on location and company stage. Expect compensation in the six-figure range with potential for advancement into leadership roles.
Clinical license
Not required
Applicant reach
narrow
Seniority
senior
Employment type
full-time
Date found
2026-08-26
Intelligence details
Why this is worth applying to
Only consider if you have substantial hands-on NGS and molecular biology experience, ideally with a PhD or equivalent. Clinicians without this background will likely be screened out, but those with dual clinical and lab expertise could be strong candidates.
Who should apply
Physicians or allied health professionals with a PhD in molecular biology, genomics, or related fields, and direct experience in NGS-based assay development in a regulated environment.
CV angle
Emphasize any clinical oncology experience as a foundation for understanding diagnostic needs, but lead with technical skills in NGS, assay design, and regulatory compliance. Frame clinical background as a differentiator for translating lab findings into clinical impact.
Skills to highlight
- NGS assay development
- Molecular biology techniques
- ctDNA/MRD analysis
- Regulatory compliance (CLIA/CAP)
- Cross-functional leadership
- Data analysis and bioinformatics
Role summary
Senior Scientist at Veracyte leading the development of next-generation MRD assays from concept to clinical lab implementation, requiring deep NGS expertise and cross-functional collaboration.
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