USA-Scientist I (Scientific) - First Shift
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location: Swiftwater, Pennsylvaniajob type: Contract
salary: $52.00 - 54.13 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:- Recombinant baculovirus generation, WVB.
- Protein Expression in baculovirus insect cells system in shake flasks.
- Cell maintenance, transfection, infection, and harvest of viral stocks from suspension culture.
- Sampling culture flasks and preparation of samples for analytical testing.
- Performing standard molecular biology tasks such as DNA purification, PCR, Western blot, and SDS-PAGE techniques.
- Preform aseptic techniques.
- Wash glassware and USP process equipment
- Design, analyze and document experiments, maintain proper records electronically and in lab notebooks.
- Effectively communicate results in group and department meetings
- Contribute to lab organization, reagent tracking and ordering.
- Ensure that work performed is conducted in a safe and compliant manner in adherence with SOPs/SWIs and protocols.
- Coordinate data capture and tracking information.
- Write and review protocols and reports.
- BS in Biology, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or other relevant disciplines
- 2 years of experience with BS degree working in academic or industry.
- Experience in baculovirus protein expression system and insect cell cultures is highly desirable.
- Hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques and DNA sequence analysis, construct design using SnapGene, or similar software is a plus.
- Ability to plan and conduct laboratory experiments, evaluate, and interpret data.
- Ability to work within team environment and multitasking.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail-oriented and ability to prioritize assignments.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision.
- Experience in cell culture procedures and associated aseptic techniques.
- Willing to work changing work schedules and hours as needed.
- Fluent in both written and spoken English.
- Strong experience in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point is important.
skills: Molecular Biology, SOP, MS-WORD, MS-EXCEL, MS-Powerpoint, Biology, Cell Cultures
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.