28 Sep
Associate Scientist Molecular
California, San diego 00000 San diego USA

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Plan and execute various laboratory activities with limited instruction Recognize potential problems, understand and troubleshoot assays and work to resolve any issues to minimize impact on success of project.Optimize complex assays to achieve commercial levels of stability and performance.Help plan and execute verification and validation studies.Report recommendations based on tested experimental results.Assesses information to ensure data sufficiency and completeness of results.Write experimental protocols and reports Write experimental summaries and prepare technical presentations for updating supervisor and other team members as appropriate. Provide verbal progress reports in both formal and informal settings Interface with various departments.Act as a key contributor within integrated and multidisciplinary teams developing new, and improving existing clinical assays.Assesses information to ensure data sufficiency and completeness of results.Write experimental reports, summaries and protocols for supervisors, project needs, and other teams as appropriate Contribute to the overall success of the project; anticipate problems to minimize issues and work to resolve any issues to minimize impact on success of project Use standard laboratory instrumentation: i.e. UV-VIS, fluorescence plate readers, thermocyclers, liquid handling robotics Perform other duties as needed.Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needsRequirements:Good knowledge of standard molecular biology/nucleic acid-based protocols for both DNA and RNA Hands-on experience with Illumina Library Preparation methods or Illumina Array products Experience in molecular biology, protein, or biochemical assays; manipulating nucleic acids Experience in oncology and/or IVD product development highly desirable.Solid understanding of scientific principles.Sound laboratory skills required.Ability to work independently as well as in a team setting Detail-oriented, organized, ability to implement protocols and keep good notes in a lab notebook.Knowledge of standard molecular biology/nucleic acid-based protocols for DNA Ability to handle hazardous and biohazardous materials including human blood products Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal A desire to be part of fast paced dynamic development environment.All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.Expertise in one or more of the following is highly desired:

Epigenetics methods

Proteomics

Enzymology, protein biochemistry

Bioinformatic analysis of genomic datasets

Data management and manipulation using multiple platforms such as Excel, R, JMP

Automation of molecular biology protocols using liquid handling platforms

About Aerotek:Your success starts with the right career opportunity. Aerotek uses a people-focused approach to connect job seekers to incredible opportunities with leading organizations. Established in 1983, we've grown to become a consistent Best of Staffing winner for talent satisfaction because of our dedication to exceptional service. Serving over 300,000 contract workers every year, we specialize in placing workers with engineering, scientific, professional and industrial skill sets. Aerotek is proud to offer competitive benefits, including contributory medical, dental and vision insurance, weekly pay, discounts on consumer goods and services and more.Location: San Diego, CaliforniaPosting ID: 7323806Pay Rate: US$62000 - US$77000 per yearThe company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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