R&D Scientist

Agilent Technologies · US-TX-Cedar Creek

Job Description

Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek ---- so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com.

We are seeking an R&D Scientist to join our team and support the development, testing, and improvement of genomic, life science, and diagnostic products.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing and executing experiments to support new product and application development

  • Applying molecular biology, cytogenetics, diagnostics, biotechnology, or clinical lab science expertise to assay development and improvement

  • Conducting hands-on wet lab work, processing data, and reporting results clearly and accurately

  • Working within regulated quality systems and following SOPs, work instructions, and design control requirements

  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams and supporting lab maintenance, equipment qualification, and documentation




     

    Qualifications

    Required:

    • Bachelor of Science

    • Molecular biology or a related biological science experience

    • 1+ years of relevant experience

    Desired:

    • Willing and able to perform bench work as a primary day-to-day responsibility

    • Genomic experience

    • Direct experience with microarray workflows is preferred; comparable experience with related technologies may substitute

    • Ability to work effectively within a regulated or structured laboratory environment

    Additional Details

    This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least July 6, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.

    The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $97,920.00 - $153,000.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

    Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email [email protected] or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.

    Travel Required:

    Occasional

    Shift:

    Day

    Duration:

    No End Date

    Job Function:

    R&D

    Science & R&D pay context

    Based on 581 disclosed Science & R&D salaries on RoleSuite, the role pays a median of $141K/year, with most offers between $106K and $183K (10th–90th percentile: $84K–$223K).

    This posting lists $98K–$153K, below the $141K market median.

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