Scientist II, Molecular Biology

Job Description

• Will work in a fast-paced environment and contribute as a team member to meet pre-defined goals
• Will apply technical knowledge to develop kits/reagents/instruments for nucleic acid purification from various sample types, which include FFPE, blood, plasma, cells and tissues
• Will conduct experiments in molecular biology laboratories (including a BSL2 lab) on a continuous basis
• Perform sample extraction on automated instruments and all the quantitation testing using various analytical tools
• 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
• Able to exercise independent judgment within generally defined procedures, laboratory methods and techniques

• Strong laboratory and technical hands on skills required:
• Pipet and perform procedures reproducibly
• Prepare solutions routinely from either powder or stock solutions following formulations
• 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.
• Familiarity with next-generation technologies such as library prep, sequencing, digital PCR. Hands-on experience is a plus.
• Experience with nucleic acid purification automation.
• Experience working with BSL2 sample types.
• Familiar with basic Microsoft tools including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
• Creative and innovative
• 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

• Bachelors or Masters’ degree in Biological Science, chemistry, biochemistry, biomedical engineering or related field.
• At least 2-3 years laboratory experience in either academic or industry setting.

Additional Information

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