Position : Biologist – Strong Exp in Sterile cell culture techniques, Flow Cytometry

Location : Research Triangle Park, NC

Duration : 12 Months

Total Hours/week : 40.00

1st Shift

Client: Medical Device Company

Job Category: Research & Development

Level of Experience: Entry-Level

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

Job Description:

• This is a predominantly on-site position in a lab, Monday-Friday approximately 8am-5pm.
• The Life Science Innovation group at client Technologies and Innovation is seeking an associate who will join a multi-disciplinary team that is working to develop innovative solutions to expand client product offerings in the Life Sciences and Interventional spaces.
• The associate will support Life Sciences and Interventional projects using cell culture and flow cytometry assays, as well as analyze and interpret results to guide experimental design with minimal oversight.
• An ideal candidate demonstrates the ability to adapt to the rapidly changing requirements of a dynamic work environment and works effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment.
• Previous experience with cell culture and flow cytometry is a must.
• A candidate who has experience culturing primary cells, and/or with NGS is a strong plus.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as an involved team member in the design, execution, and troubleshooting of experiments.
• Work alongside the team to carry out single-cell sequencing experiments.
• Use flow cytometry-based assays in place of sequencing experiments, when needed.
• Perform plate-based assays with cultured cells, if needed.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation in an electronic lab notebook (ELN) environment.
• Adherence to all laboratory SOPs, including handling infectious agents under BSL-2 containment practices.
• Be involved in the analysis, interpretation, and presentation of results.

Requirements

• B.A./B.S. in Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related field, advanced degree is a plus but not required.
• 2+ years of experience in a university or industry lab setting.
• Experience with sterile cell culture techniques and flow cytometry is a must.
• Fluency with standard molecular biology methods (e.g., PCR, qPCR, BioA), and/or NGS methods is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to swiftly learn new techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail with a strong understanding of laboratory practices.
• Strong ability to meet goals under tight timelines and to adapt to changing priorities