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)

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 molecular diagnostic solutions to address current and future healthcare needs in the infectious disease space.
• The associate will be responsible for performing molecular assay work primarily focused on 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.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Execution of molecular biology methods including DNA quantitation and characterization (Electrophoresis, Nanodrop, Qubit, etc) DNA extraction and purification, qPCR, and isothermal nucleic acid amplification
• Apply good laboratory practice and analytical skills to support meticulous reagent and consumable inventory tracking
• Work with other team members to resolve technical challenges during assay development.
• Maintains familiarity of molecular diagnostics methodologies and demonstrate this knowledge within responsibility areas.
• Provides technical input based on experience to colleagues and provides support to other functional groups.
• Supports the development and/or adaptation of relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• May assist with product quality investigations.

Knowledge and Skills

• Skilled with a variety of complex laboratory procedures and instruments.
• Experience with DNA/RNA amplification methodologies
• Skilled in Microsoft Excel to aid in generating various formulations
• Proven ability to work effectively within a team, under direction, and independently.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience working in BSL-2 environment
• Experience in execution of molecular biology methods including qPCR, DNA quantitation/characterization, DNA extraction and purification
• Experience with isothermal nucleic acid amplification technologies is a plus

Job Requirements and Experience

• B.A./B.S. in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related field
• Scientist II: Minimum of 2 years of relevant academic, clinical, or industry lab work required.
• Learning agility and timely execution of tasks is required
• Experience with GLP/GMP standards are a plus