Senior Scientist in R&D - Digital PCR | Senior Scientist in R&D - dPCR (m/w/d)

QIAGEN GmbH

Hilden, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Feb 6, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This Senior Scientist role offers a pivotal opportunity to drive the next generation of digital PCR (dPCR) innovation on the QIAcuity platform within a global life sciences leader. The successful candidate will lead and execute complex, end-to-end R&D projects, focusing on developing innovative dPCR-based applications. Daily tasks involve designing, performing, and optimizing advanced laboratory experiments, managing documentation, and providing scientific leadership across cross-functional teams including Product Management and customer-facing groups. This position requires a PhD in a relevant scientific field and 5–8 years of industry experience, coupled with extensive hands-on expertise in digital, quantitative, and endpoint PCR technologies. It is an attractive role for a technical expert who thrives on translating scientific challenges into impactful molecular solutions and representing the company's technology externally at conferences and workshops.

Required Skills

Education

PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field

Experience

  • 5–8 years of relevant industry experience in molecular biology, assay development, or product development
  • Extensive hands-on experience with digital PCR, qPCR, and endpoint PCR technologies
  • Proven ability to design, execute, analyze, and troubleshoot complex laboratory experiments independently
  • Professional experience providing scientific leadership within cross-functional teams

Languages

German (Intermediate)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Willingness to travel occasionally for conferences, trainings, or customer collaborations