Position : Biology Scientist

Location : Research Triangle Park, NC

Duration : 6 Months

Total Hours/week : 40.00

1^st Shift

Client: Medical Device Company

Job Category: Research & Development

Level of Experience: Mid-Level

Employment Type: Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only)

Work days/hours: M - F 8am - 5pm

Job Description:

• The Life Science Innovation group at client Technologies and Innovation is seeking a highly talented associate to join our team for a 6-month contingent position.
• The associate will join a multi-disciplinary team developing innovative diagnostic solutions to address current and future healthcare needs in the infectious disease space.
• Substantial experience with molecular methods is required.
• The associate will be responsible for performing molecular assay work primarily focused on nucleic acid quantitation and PCR, but also potentially including DNA extraction from microorganisms and isothermal nucleic acid amplification.
• The associate will be expected to analyze and interpret results to guide experimental design with minimal oversight.
• An ideal candidate can demonstrate ability to adapt to the rapidly changing requirements of a dynamic work environment and to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Previous experience in microbiology and infectious disease is a plus.

Job Responsibilities:

• Execution of molecular biology methods including qPCR, DNA quantitation and characterization (Electrophoresis, Nanodrop, Qubit, etc), DNA extraction and purification
• Analysis, interpretation, and presentation of results
• Accurate and comprehensive documentation in an electronic lab notebook (ELN) environment
• Adherence to all laboratory SOPs, including BSL-2 practices for handling infectious agents.

Job Requirements and Experience:

• B.A./B.S. in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related field
• 2+ years’ experience in molecular biology laboratory environment (university or industry)
• Demonstrated expertise in molecular biology methods
• Excellent attention to detail with an understanding of laboratory practices
• Learning agility and timely execution of tasks is required
• Candidate must be comfortable working in BSL-2 environment
• Experience with bacterial and/or viral culture and enumeration is a plus