RESEARCH SCIENTIST 1
Req #: | 167349 |
Department: | LABORATORY MEDICINE |
Job Location: | Other Location |
Job Location Detail: | 1616 Eastlake Ave East |
Posting Date: | 05/07/2019 |
Closing Info: | Open Until Filled |
Salary: | Salary commensurate with education and experience. |
Shift: | First Shift |
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Conditions of Employment:
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Our LABORATORY MEDICINE DEPARTMENT has an outstanding full-time position for a Research Scientist 1. Under general supervision, the person in this role will perform technical procedures in a virology laboratory including but not limited to droplet digital PCR, qPCR, RT-qPCR, next-generation sequencing and tissue, plasma, and FFPE DNA and RNA extractions on biological samples. The person in this role will handle tissue specimen for cryo-storage and prepare tissue sections for Immunohistochemistry analysis. Report the results, and organize documents and keep records.
The position's major duties and responsibilities include performing sample prep and digital and quantitative PCR assays for the viruses outlined above as well as assisting with troubleshooting with existing assays and methodological development of new assays in order to study digital PCR and other nucleic acid amplification technology in molecular virology diagnostics.
General Duties:
- Under general supervision, perform experiments according to documented protocols;
- Under general supervision, perform scientific investigative procedures such as clinical validation of the techniques outlined above through interpretation of the results – notify supervisor or senior lab members if results are not agreeable with experimental goals;
- Assist in troubleshooting problems that arise in research protocols and report problems to the Research Senior Scientist;
- Assist supervisor and/or senior lab members in developing techniques including multiplex PCR, next-generation sequencing library preparation, and novel digital PCR tests;
- Participate in writing reports about new assay development and continuing data collection and interpretation; participate in presentations to peers and supervisor both at formal lab meetings and informal meetings with colleagues;
- Operate and maintain necessary instruments utilized in scientific studies of laboratory experiments, including PCR thermocyclers, qPCR instruments, RNA/DNA fragment bioanalyzer, gel electrophoresis apparati, droplet generator, droplet reader and their associated computers;
- Maintain detailed lab records;
- Update specimen inventory;
- Inventory reagents and supplies;
- General lab cleaning and maintenance;
- Conduct literature reviews and background searches to assist in determining research methods and project planning;
- Operate ancillary equipment such as computers, printers, etc.;
- Perform related duties as required;
- Attend and participate in lab meetings.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry or related field, AND two years of experience in a related area.
Desired Requirements:
- Good laboratory practice (GLP) skills.
- Experience with Excel and Word for data entry and data analyses.
This position provides opportunities to work in a fast-paced, challenging, diverse and rewarding environment. As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.
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