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Director, Applied Research and Assay Development at Hologic

Education: Post-Doctorate

Compensation · Listed in posting

$161,800 – $287,700/yr

Location
San Diego, California
Type
Full-time
Level
lead/mgmt
Posted

Description

Hologic is hiring an onsite Director, Applied Research and Assay Development in San Diego, California, to lead scientists and advance early-stage diagnostic assays and technologies. The role covers scientific strategy, feasibility and proof-of-concept work, pipeline advancement, team leadership, cross-functional collaboration, technology evaluation, experimental quality and compliance, and external scientific partnerships. Candidates need at least 10 years of experience in assay development, applied research, or product development in diagnostics, biotechnology, or life sciences, substantial leadership experience, and an advanced degree; the annualized base salary is $161,800–$287,700 and the role is bonus eligible.

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