Research Associate II at Delfidiagnostics

DELFI Diagnostics, Inc. (DELFI Diagnostics) is developing next-generation, blood-based tests that are reliable, accessible and deliver a new way to help detect cancer. Employing advanced machine-learning methods to whole-genome sequencing data, the DELFI ("DNA EvaLuation of Fragments for early Interception") platform is built to address the highest-burden health challenges. DELFI Diagnostics prioritizes solutions that have the potential to save lives on a global scale, including for historically underserved populations. DELFI Diagnostics’ platform relies on fragmentomics – the discovery that cancer cells are more chaotic than normal cells and, when they die, leave behind tell-tale patterns and characteristics of cell-free DNA (cfDNA) fragments. FirstLook Lung, for individuals eligible for lung cancer screening, is DELFI Diagnostics’ first laboratory-developed screening test and can be part of routine blood work. FirstLook Lung uses millions of data points to reliably identify individuals who may have cancer detected through low-dose CT, including early stage disease with a negative predictive value of 99.8 percent. This test has not been cleared or approved by the FDA.In our passionate pursuit to radically improve health outcomes, we serve humanity when we:Lead with Science, Anchor in Pragmatism: We pioneer life-changing science by ensuring quality, transparency, and rigor at all times. We explore thoughtfully, experiment smartly, and deliver impact with conviction.Build With & For All: We embrace diverse backgrounds to innovate and achieve together. We are not just building a product - we aim to disrupt the path of cancer for all - no matter geography or socioeconomic class Put We over I: We are a home for high-performing people. Through teamwork, we build collective intelligence. Each of us wins when those we serve and those who serve with us--win. We show up with empathy, humility, and integrity at every step of the journey.About the RoleAs a Research Associate II, you will be critical in organizing and maintaining DELFI’s R&D laboratory in biorepository, sample preparation, equipment maintenance, and reagent inventory for R&D activities. You will be part of a cross-disciplinary team developing molecular in vitro diagnostic (IVD) tests to support product development, verification, and validation activities for NGS-based laboratory tests for early cancer detection. The ideal candidates would have experience working under Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) in a CAP/CLIA/FDA-regulated environment.



What you'll do

Contribute to the success of a cohesive, innovative, motivated R&D team that is dedicated to reducing cancer deaths through the following activities:

Order, receive, and manage a sample biorepository containing plasma and intermediate assay products, ensuring that samples are maintained according to stability requirements and are organized to enable efficient sample pulls 

Ensure lab instruments are maintained and calibrated by scheduling services with appropriate vendors and executing hands-on activities related to equipment maintenance or qualification procedures

Prepare samples and perform other duties as assigned to support the execution of R&D experiments related to molecular biology techniques and Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) technology

Maintains organization of inventory, materials, and supplies within the R&D lab

What you’ll have accomplished 6 months from now

Achieve a level of organization in biorepository management that enables quick identification and pulling of samples at any time

Become a key team member responsible for organization and cross-functional communication for study preparation and execution

Become an expert operator of DELFI’s NGS laboratory process

Consistently maintain departmental laboratory equipment on the required schedule

What you’ll bring to DELFI

BS in relevant field (e.g., biomedical engineering, molecular biology, genetics, or genomics)

Experience with biorepository management

Experience with general biology laboratory equipment and techniques

Ability to master the use of software systems for laboratory management

Diligence in implementing systems for laboratory management

Skills in technical and non-technical communication

Ability to master new concepts and skills quickly, with strong attention to detail

2 years of relevant experience

Direct experience in a regulated environment (CLIA, CAP, NYS, FDA, GXP, etc.)

Experience with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System)

Sample traceability experience

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