Career Opportunities
20/20 GeneSystems (‘20/20’) was founded in May of 2000 to develop and promote an innovative proteomics product line that provides drug companies, biodefense specialists and life scientists with new tools for protein analysis. Our headquarters are in the heart of the biotechnology corridor in Rockville, Maryland in close proximity to the National Institutes of Health with which we have extensive collaborations.
Current Openings (March 2008)
Inside Sales Representative- BioDefense/Homeland Security 20/20 is seeking a results-oriented individual to fill an inside sales position. Position will be responsible for maintaining and growing existing customer base for a unique BioDefense product. Life sciences technical background and/or familiarity with homeland security market a plus. Most customer contact will be over the phone and the individual should have cold calling experience. Competitive salary with a performance based bonus, stock options and medical insurance. Qualified individuals should respond with a resume and cover letter to gtroy@2020gene.com.
Senior Scientists Maryland Biotech company seeks Ph.D. scientists with assay development expertise, to achieve the development of an advanced platform for cancer diagnosis. New multiplex, microscopic tissue analysis techniques will be developed to predict the effects of targeted drug therapies. The employee will develop fluorescence-based techniques for detection of proteins and nucleic acids in synthetic bioaffinity media. Applicants must have a clear, current understanding of the principles of design and development of biotechnology assay platforms, such as fluorescent microarrays and immunoassays. Knowledge of chemistries for biomolecule modification and surface coating techniques is essential. A technician will assist with the project. See press release at http://www.2020gene.com/pr_NIST_Award_2007.html. Current residents of the metro-DC area preferred.
Qualified candidates, please send your cover letter and c.v. to Dr. Bill James at bjames@2020gene.com with 'Application for Senior Scientist Position' in subject line of your message.
Technician Maryland Biotechnology company seeks B.S. or M.S. scientist with relevant skills and experience to set up and perform experiments with new prototypes of fluorescence-based immunoassays. Essential qualifications include: prior R&D experience with antibodies and proteins, an understanding of the biochemical principles of immunoassays and DNA hybridization, clear verbal communication skills, careful laboratory notebook record keeping, good organizer, team player. Experience with microscopic or microarray assay formats is favorable. See press release at http://www.2020gene.com/pr_NIST_Award_2007.html. Current residents of the metro-DC area are preferred.
Qualified candidates, please send your cover letter and c.v. to Dr. Bill James at bjames@2020gene.com with 'Application for Technician Position' as subject line of your message.