Scientist

Axelon

Kalamazoo, MI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$36 Per Hour
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Asepsis, Assays, Cell Biology, Cell Cultures, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Documentation, High Throughput, Identify Issues, Immunology, Laboratory Management, Laboratory Notebook, Molecular Biology, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Kalamazoo, MI
POSTED
3 days ago
Scientist
Kalamazoo, MI
3+ Month Contract
Pay: 36/hr, W 2

Hiring manager is looking to hire a PhD student for summer work. Length of contract is only approved for 16 weeks. 100% onsite in Kalamazoo, MI


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Perform in an organized and timely manner
• Perform Cell Culture of Primary Cells and complete various Cell-Based Assays independently
• Perform high-throughput sample testing in an organized and timely manner
• Maintain excellent aseptic technique and ensure sterility/quality of cell culture and assay outcomes
• Work safely within BSL-2 laboratory environment
• Maintain electronic laboratory notebooks, prepare precise technical report summaries, any necessary analysis, and maintain appropriate documentation
• Basic Laboratory management, multitasking, and experimental troubleshooting

Minimum Background and Experience:
• Educational background: PhD Student in a scientific discipline with emphasis in molecular and cell biology, immunology, or related disciplines.
• Training and experience with Cell Culture (Primary Cells isolation, Mammalian Cell Culture, flow cytometry, RNAi, etc) is a must-have
• Working knowledge of and/or skills in the cell biology field (pipetting, aseptic technique, preparing media, cell-based assay work, etc.)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Comfort working within a fast-paced lab environment
• Ability to perform basic dilution and stoichiometric calculations
• Ability to work independently with ambiguity and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Attention to detail and good oral and written communication skills required

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