Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a
Associate Scientist to join our pharmaceutical client in Boston, MA. This is a 12-month contract to start with the potential for extensions.
Pay:$24.00 - $34.00/hr; W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. ACA-compliant supplemental package available for enrollment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to sit on Primary Talent Partners W2 without sponsorship.
Description:
Contractor – Molecular Biology
We are on a quest for cures and are committed to be the world’s premier, most research-intensive biopharmaceutical company. Our teams combine leading drug discovery capabilities and world-class R&D with the purpose of turning breakthrough science into life-changing medicines.
Discovery Biologics, Client Research Laboratories (MRL) in Boston, is seeking a contractor to support molecular biology core.
The successful candidate will employ molecular biology and microbiology techniques to support all aspects of high-throughput molecular cloning including DNA preparation, host transformation, host growth, protein expression, sample labeling, aliquoting, record keeping in our database and electronic notebook and other related tasks. You will have the opportunity to apply your enthusiasm and technical skills as a member of Discovery Biologics - Boston to support and help drive multidisciplinary biotherapeutic discovery programs.
Responsibilities:- Perform day-to-day tasks to support operation of the molecular biology core
- Prepare and sterilize bacterial and yeast growth media and maintain adequate media supply
- Fulfill molecular cloning and DNA prep. requests and deliver purified DNA as requested
- Accurately handle sample preparation, aliquoting, labeling and registration
- Maintain accurate experimental records and perform sample registration
- Operate and maintain existing automation and liquid handling equipment to support high throughput cloning
- Order and maintain necessary laboratory reagents and supplies
Qualifications
Required Experience and skills:- BA/BS in molecular biology, biochemistry, or related discipline.
- Hands-on experience in molecular biology and recombinant DNA technologies.
- Fluent in microbial transformation and handling.
- Passion to work in lab.
- Ability to quickly learn and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organization, effective communication skills and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Experience and skills:- Familiarity with molecular biology techniques, including PCR, restriction enzyme digestion, DNA purification, SDS-PAGE, western blot and microbial transformation (bacteria, yeast).
- Hands-on experience in molecular biology and recombinant DNA technologies.
- Knowledge of DNA analysis software (e.g., Geneious Prime).
- Lab automation experience.
- The position is a hands-on, laboratory-based role.
Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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