Molecular Scientist

Exciting opportunity to take part clinical research for development of of therapeutics and projects through assay development, validation, and execution. Work with cross-functional groups on an array of scientific projects.

Contract to Hire Opportunity
Pay (DOE): Scientist: $40-45/hr; Associate Scientist: $35-40/hr.
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

• The Scientist role will focus on molecular projects with emphasis on assay design and development, validation, and execution in a timely manner.
• Perform assays or analyses according to SOPs and support development of new procedures and improvement of existing SOPs.
• Work together with assigned laboratory staff to ensure efficient organization, quality, development and execution of project(s).
• Support the development and implementation of next generation sequencing (NGS) scientific services to fulfill the Translational Research needs of customers
• Design and perform experiments, independently and accurately analyze and present data
• High quality output is essential with the ability to build efficiency into improving productivity metrics
• Work with managers and team members to develop project timelines and meet milestones.
• Train and mentor junior staff in molecular techniques, data analysis, collation and presentation
• Assist in establishing and improving all procedures and required SOP documentation
• Responsible for troubleshooting and correcting scientific issues/problems

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s Degree with a concentration in Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related field of study
• 5+ years’ related experience in an academic core or industry
• OR PhD. in Genomics, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Genetics or related fields with post doc lab experience.
• Experience in molecular biology, genomics or bioinformatics
• Wet lab experience in the entire NGS workflow (Illumina or Ion Torrent), from library preparation to sequencing is highly desired.
• Experience in quantitative PCR (qPCR), digital droplet PCR (ddPCR) and NanoString is a plus.
• Experience in DNA and RNA extractions from a variety of sources is a plus.
• A solid understanding of current GLP and/or ISO/CAP/CLIA standards
• A combination of molecular biology wet lab and bioinformatics skills

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!