Research Associate II
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Job Title: Research Associate II
Location: South San Francisco, CA 94080
Duration: 06 Months (possibility of extension)
Pay Rate Starts from $55/hr on W2
Description:
- The Research Associate will play a critical role in sample creation and preparation.
- These samples include plasmid preparation, cloning, RNA/DNA extraction from tissues, ddPCR, NGS library preparation.
- The Associate will also employ the methods for routine analysis of study samples. As a key member of the Vector Bioscience team, you will be contributing directly to these activities as hands-on experimenter and by analysis and interpretation of the data.
- The position will be located in our laboratory facilities in South San Francisco, CA.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Amplification of plasmid DNA, cloning, extraction and preparation of nucleic acid samples from a variety of biological specimens, including tissues and biological fluids.
- Quantification of DNA and RNA in biological samples using ddPCR.
- Contemporaneous and error-free documentation of assay execution and results in electronic lab notebooks and organized electronic folders.
- Any other duties that may be assigned time-to-time.
Must Have Required:
- Research Associate II: Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Life Sciences or a related discipline with 2-5+ years’ experience or a Master’s degree with 1-2+ years’ experience.
- Demonstrated experience in molecular biology techniques, such as isolation and quantification of nucleic acids, cDNA synthesis, cloning, DNA sequencing, ddPCR.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Prior success working flexibly in a cross-functional team environment.
May Have/Preferred Experience:
SnapGene, Excel, and similar applications
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