Scientist III (Molecular Biology)
Austin, Texas
Employer: Maxonic, Inc.
Industry:
Salary: $45.00 per hour
Job type: Full-Time
Maxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for a Scientist III (Molecular Biology).
Job Description:
Job Title: Scientist III (Molecular Biology)
Job Location: US - Austin, TX - 2130 Woodward Street
Pay Rate: $42.75 - $45.00 Hourly
Responsibilities:
• Will work in a fast-paced environment and contribute as a team member to meet pre-defined goals
• Will be actively participating as a member of product development teams to develop molecular diagnostic testing for infectious diseases
• Will conduct experiments in molecular biology laboratories (including a BSL2 lab) routinely
• Will apply technical knowledge to develop kits/reagents/instruments for nucleic acid purification from various sample types, including blood, urine, tissue, tissues containing microorganisms
• Perform sample extraction on automated instruments and downstream testing using molecular biology technology based assays
• Develop a hypothesis and then design the necessary set of experiments to test the hypothesis with limited guidance
• Maintain accurate and detailed lab notebooks and appropriate documentation based on the scientific method enabling other scientists to reproduce their experiments
• Analyze the data derived and explain the outcome of their experiments
• Prepare regular reports documenting experiments and present research data to a broader team
Required responsibilities:
Skills and attributes:
Requirements:
Master or higher degree in Biological Science, chemistry, biochemistry, biomedical engineering or related field.
At least 3-5 years laboratory experience in either academic or industry setting. Industrial experience in product development is preferred.
About Maxonic:
Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients.
Interested in Applying?
Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Najam Seqib (Najam@maxonic.com / (408) 780-1986) for more details
Job Description:
Job Title: Scientist III (Molecular Biology)
Job Location: US - Austin, TX - 2130 Woodward Street
Pay Rate: $42.75 - $45.00 Hourly
Responsibilities:
• Will work in a fast-paced environment and contribute as a team member to meet pre-defined goals
• Will be actively participating as a member of product development teams to develop molecular diagnostic testing for infectious diseases
• Will conduct experiments in molecular biology laboratories (including a BSL2 lab) routinely
• Will apply technical knowledge to develop kits/reagents/instruments for nucleic acid purification from various sample types, including blood, urine, tissue, tissues containing microorganisms
• Perform sample extraction on automated instruments and downstream testing using molecular biology technology based assays
• Develop a hypothesis and then design the necessary set of experiments to test the hypothesis with limited guidance
• Maintain accurate and detailed lab notebooks and appropriate documentation based on the scientific method enabling other scientists to reproduce their experiments
• Analyze the data derived and explain the outcome of their experiments
• Prepare regular reports documenting experiments and present research data to a broader team
Required responsibilities:
- Will work in a fast-paced environment and contribute as a team member to meet pre-defined goals
- Will be actively participating as a member of product development teams to develop molecular diagnostic testing for infectious diseases
- Will conduct experiments in molecular biology laboratories (including a BSL2 lab) routinely
- Will apply technical knowledge to develop kits/reagents/instruments for nucleic acid purification from various sample types, including blood, urine, tissue, tissues containing microorganisms
- Perform sample extraction on automated instruments and downstream testing using molecular biology technology based assays
- Develop a hypothesis and then design the necessary set of experiments to test the hypothesis with limited guidance
- Maintain accurate and detailed lab notebooks and appropriate documentation based on the scientific method enabling other scientists to reproduce their experiments
- Analyze the data derived and explain the outcome of their experiments
- Prepare regular reports documenting experiments and present research data to a broader team
Skills and attributes:
- Strong laboratory and technical hands on skills required:
- Pipet and perform procedures reproducibly
- Operate most basic lab equipment such as computers, centrifuges, UV light box and camera, quantitation instruments, Agilent Bioanalyzer, PCR and qPCR instruments, plate reader
- Routine experience with most common molecular procedures such as nucleic acid isolation, PCR, RT-PCR
- Experience with multiplex qPCR assay development. Hands-on experience with open array platform would be a plus.
- Experience working with BSL2 sample types
- Familiar with basic Microsoft tools including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
- Good writing & presentation skills
- Strong documentation and organizational skills
- Strong multi-tasking skills
- Works well in a team setting, help coordinate tasks within the team, inspires and co-ordinates people to achieve specific goals
- Shows initiative by taking on new tasks, beyond what is generally expected
Requirements:
Master or higher degree in Biological Science, chemistry, biochemistry, biomedical engineering or related field.
At least 3-5 years laboratory experience in either academic or industry setting. Industrial experience in product development is preferred.
About Maxonic:
Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients.
Interested in Applying?
Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Najam Seqib (Najam@maxonic.com / (408) 780-1986) for more details
Created: 2024-05-07
Reference: M - 32627
Country: United States
State: Texas
City: Austin
ZIP: 78749
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