Scientist Jobs

About Dermtech

At DermTech, we believe there's a better way to assess skin conditions, and we're using technology, innovation, and data to fundamentally change the way the world practices dermatology. DermTech has developed technology that assesses the skin at the molecular level, i.e., RNA and DNA, so that signs of skin cancer are detected far earlier, unnecessary biopsies are avoided, and healthcare providers can enable optimized treatment plans, and customize skincare plans to a person's unique skin molecular makeup. A method that is centered around DermTech's patented smart sticker, which collects tissue from your skin's surface easily, accurately, and painlessly. The skin cells are assessed in DermTech's state-of-the-art laboratory which analyzes that tissue at the genomic level. We call this practice “precision dermatology”, a truly new era in disease detection. By pushing the boundaries in areas like cancer detection and patient care, our technology can truly change the world. And we're seeking team members with the vision, passion, and creativity to do the same.

General Description

DermTech is seeking an experienced Scientist II/Senior Scientist to join our research and development team in San Diego, California. The successful candidate will collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary team to improve our understanding of skin diseases and the mechanisms driving disease pathogenesis by applying state-of-the-art genomic and/or proteomic approaches to biomarker research, discovery, and validation. Specifically, the candidate will lead the investigation and analysis of proteomic and genomic material collected with our innovative smart sticker to evaluate the feasibility of new product concepts and to improve on, develop or scale our current offerings. The candidate will integrate molecular biology techniques to drive the generation of internal data in skin cancers and inflammatory skin diseases to identify novel biomarkers and develop new products supporting personalized medicine strategies. The candidate will support DermTech Stratum, our translational medicine service, in providing Derm Tech's non-invasive platform technology solutions to research, pharmaceutical and biotech partners, and collaborators. The position offers a unique opportunity for a talented scientist to work in a dynamic and innovative environment at the interface of precision and personalized dermatology.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Work effectively in cross-functional project teams, in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Contribute to presentation and reporting of methods, standard protocols, results, and conclusions to a publishable standard.
• Conduct research and experiments that support novel biomarker discovery using non-invasive skin sampling in the fields of oncology, inflammation, or microbiology.
• Design, execute, and analyze study data that will support developing state-of-the-art molecular approaches and the smart sticker platform for integration into the Clinical Operations laboratory.
• Validate molecular assays, to support precision and personalized dermatology, including multiplexed RT-qPCR, proteomics, and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS).
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to drive data analysis, integration, and application across various ‘omics platforms.
• Manage sample processing from experiments, collaborations, and client clinical trials.

Education, Experience & Skills

• MS or Ph.D. in molecular biology, microbiology, genomics, or related field with 3-5+ years of industry experience.
• Motivated, innovative, and strong team player able to function with a high degree of independence.
• Ability to multi-task and adjust plans quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Desire and ability to learn new skills and a willingness to undertake training courses for continued professional development.
• Highly organized with a structured approach to experimental execution and record keeping.
• Skilled in molecular biology, genetics, and genomics, including techniques such as RT-qPCR, nucleic acid extractions, protein extractions, NGS, RNAseq, gel electrophoresis, and complex data analysis.
• Creative mindset with strong decision-making and troubleshooting skills.
• Collaborative attitude with the ability to communicate with individuals across the spectrum of scientific knowledge.
• Good knowledge in the use of clinical data sets and public databases.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $84,000 - $115,000. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. DermTech is a multi-state employer and this range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Additional Information

An Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us at talent@ dermtech.com.

DermTech is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at DermTech via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of DermTech. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by DermTech as a result of the referral or through other means.