Position : Biologist Must Sterile cell culture techniques Flow Cytometry NGS & BSL2
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: EntryLevel
Employment Type: Contract on W2 (Need US Citizens or GC Holders Only)
Job Description:
- This is a predominantly onsite position in a lab MondayFriday approximately 8am5pm.
- The Life Science Innovation group at client Technologies and Innovation is seeking an associate who will join a multidisciplinary 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 multidisciplinary 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 and troubleshooting of experiments.
- Work alongside the team to carry out singlecell sequencing experiments.
- Use flow cytometrybased assays in place of sequencing experiments when needed.
- Perform platebased 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 BSL2 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