Associate Scientist I

The Fountain Group is currently seeking a Associate Scientist I for a prominent client of ours. This position is located at Fargo, MD. Details for the position are as follows:

Associate Scientist I
Location: Fargo, MD
Pay Rate: $22- $27.40/hr
Duration: 6 months contract (possibility of extension)
Shift: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM CST

Job Description

• Perform molecular biology laboratory procedures, including plasmid DNA cloning, bacterial transformation, and DNA preparation.

• Execute aseptic techniques, including E. coli culturing, plasmid DNA transformation, and cell banking.

• Perform restriction enzyme cloning and HiFi/Gibson Assembly cloning.

• Conduct PCR amplification, agarose gel electrophoresis, and gel image interpretation.

• Prepare plasmid DNA at miniprep scale and support QC sequence analysis.

• Follow established cloning procedures and laboratory protocols.

• Maintain detailed experimental records in Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELN).

• Follow laboratory safety procedures for PPE, chemical handling, storage, and biohazardous materials.

• Ensure accurate sample identification, separation, and handling while meeting strict turnaround deadlines.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related Life Sciences discipline.

• Fresher BS grad in a life science - opening to a MS grad if you come across one Strong mol bio background desired 
• Master's degree in a related Life Sciences discipline is also acceptable.

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on laboratory experience; academic research experience is acceptable.

Required Skills

• Molecular Biology Techniques

• Plasmid DNA Cloning

• Restriction Enzyme Cloning

• HiFi/Gibson Assembly

• E. coli Culturing and Bacterial Transformation

• PCR Amplification

• Plasmid DNA Preparation (Miniprep)

• Agarose Gel Electrophoresis and Gel Interpretation

• Aseptic Technique

• Pipetting and Solution Handling

• Laboratory Safety and PPE

• Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELN)

• Sample Handling and Tracking

Preferred Skills

• SnapGene Software

• QC Sequence Analysis

• Molecular Biology Troubleshooting

• Cell Banking

• Experience with molecular cloning workflows
  
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