Biological Scientist I

Biological Scientist I

Bachelor’s degree in biology or a closely related life science field.

The Biological Scientist I position will be responsible for clinical sample receiving and processing and shipping clinical samples to other research institutes and Genomic Centers. Additionally, this position will be responsible for DNA and RNA isolation, DNA and RNA quantitation and plating, genotyping DNA samples using the OpenArray protocol TaqMan, and Pyrosequencing, Gene Expression Analysis, isolating clinical samples for measurement on LC-MS for PK studies, PGx core laboratory safety. This position will also manage the labs, occasionally training students/trainees in various laboratory techniques as well as purchasing lab supplies as requested by staff/faculties.

Clinical Coordination: Interacts and coordinate/provide scientific services for clients in a laboratory or research area. Participates in clinical research studies, manages and communicates with clinical sites and collection of data and lab work.

Lab management: Organizes and manages labs for safety, manages lab inventory, coordinates equipment repair, places purchase orders, manages lab invoices, receives and logs in clinical samples.

Sample processing: Processes and aliquots clinical samples for storage, conducts DNA and RNA extraction from different clinical samples, genotypes DNA samples using different genotyping platforms.

Data Analysis: Preparing materials, methods and results with graphs and figures/tables for data results for publications. Reviews assays and protocols with lab director for accuracy, adequacy, or adherence to policies, regulations, or scientific standards.

Other duties as assigned

$23.95 - 26.34 /hr

Bachelor’s degree in biology or a closely related life science field.

-Experience in molecular biology laboratory skills

-Experience in genomic sample preparation and DNA extraction

-Scientific knowledge in molecular biology

-Good computer skills

-Good people skills

To be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references.

As a part of our review for research and research support positions, we look for a full CV which includes all professional appointments/engagements, all post-secondary education, and all publications from post-secondary education and all respective dates. Please be sure to not use acronyms in your CV. This CV should include names of entities associated with any projects.

This is a time-limited position.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.