Careers
DNASTAR is a leading developer of software for molecular biologists. Established in 1982, our products are used by pharmaceutical, biotechnology and academic researchers in 65 countries. We offer a casual work environment, along with a competitive health, dental and 401k benefits package.
We are expanding our research and development and marketing staffs with the creation of several new positions, including one or more Bioinformatics Specialists, Senior Scientists, Software Engineers and Product Managers in several product areas, including sequence analysis software, supporting the Lasergene and SeqMan NGen product lines, and microarray gene expression analysis software, supporting our ArrayStar product offering.
Internships are often available in the areas of Quality Assurance software testing and software development (full-time in the summer or year-round part-time or full-time) and in our marketing department. For our QA and marketing internships, we seek individuals with life science backgrounds who have an interest in software testing or marketing. For software development interns, we seek computer science students who have an interest in molecular biology.
Bioinformatics Specialists are responsible for understanding current and future product and market directions in specified areas of focus. You will be expected to be hands-on in using competitor products and in developing new product idea prototypes for our software engineers. You need a solid grasp of our markets as well as ideas for where we can best focus for greatest future commercial success.
Project Managers are responsible for effectively managing software development and related projects to ensure timely, high quality development and delivery of software products and/or services to our customers. You will interface with software developers, quality assurance, marketing and sales personnel as well as provide periodic updates to management regarding project status. Previous project management experience is a requirement. Management of software development projects, in a life science realm, is preferred.
Product Managers are responsible for DNASTAR software products from design through commercialization, requiring demonstrated expertise in genomic research with suitable experience as an Application Scientist or Product Manager to support the scientific marketing of DNASTAR software products. Areas of focus may include sequence analysis, genotyping and SNP analysis, nuclear RNA analysis, proteomics, and gene expression analysis using microarrays. You will support the informational and technical needs of the internal sales staff and distributors for designated product areas and develop relationships within the research community to support the development of new product marketing requirements.
Senior Scientists are responsible for staying abreast of current scientific trends and helping DNASTAR design and develop products that are responsive to those trends. You will be expected to take a lead role in new product design and grant writing and provide outstanding product specifications in a variety of formats. You will also be expected to periodically give scientific presentations.
Software Engineers are responsible for analyzing users' needs to design, develop, test, and maintain computer applications software or systems. They may also be project team leads, depending on experience and qualifications. We seek programmers proficient in C#.NET and C++.
Requirements for the scientific based positions include an advanced degree in Molecular Biology or related field (Ph. D. preferred), 5 years of applicable industry experience, strong communication skills and solid computer capabilities. The Bioinformatics Specialists should also have strong programming capability in languages suitable for prototyping and simple development (C# .Net framework preferred).
We offer competitive health, dental, disability and 401k benefits. All positions will be located in Madison, WI, USA. Some travel may be required.
To apply, send resume to resume@dnastar.com.
DNASTAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer.