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You’ll work closely with a highly skilled science team on in vitro transcription, downstream purification (e.g., HPLC), encapsulation, and advanced analytical techniques like gel and capillary electrophoresis, nanopore sequencing, and qPCR. Hands-on laboratory work (60%) focused on RNA or nucleic acid synthesis, purification of nucleic acids, and analytical techniques such as HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography).

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<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> RNA Laboratory Lead<br/><strong>Location:</strong> Onsite/Pittsburgh, PA 15207<br/><strong>Type:</strong> 12-month contract to hire<br/><strong>Start date: </strong>June<br/><br/><strong>Overview: </strong><br/> Join a rapidly growing biotech company behind <em>Biofoundry-in-a-box™</em>—a novel, patented platform transforming how RNA therapeutics and vaccines are developed and manufactured. Our continuous-flow technology is already being deployed in regulated GMP environments and supported by a global network of strategic partners and collaborators.</p><p>As they launch their new U.S. lab operations, they are looking for hands-on scientists ready to innovate at the cutting edge of molecular biology. You’ll work closely with a highly skilled science team on in vitro transcription, downstream purification (e.g., HPLC), encapsulation, and advanced analytical techniques like gel and capillary electrophoresis, nanopore sequencing, and qPCR.</p><p>If you're passionate about science with impact and ready to shape the future of RNA medicine, <em>please apply !</em><br/><br/><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Hands-on laboratory work (60%) focused on RNA or nucleic acid synthesis, purification of nucleic acids, and analytical techniques such as HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography).</li><li>Lead and manage laboratory operations (40%), ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance with GLP standards.</li><li>Manage clean room operations, ensuring strict environmental control and sterility standards where applicable.</li><li>Ensure timely project delivery, managing lab workflows to meet the deadlines and expectations of clients and internal users of the facility.</li><li>Communicate directly with clients to understand their technical needs, provide updates on project progress, and deliver results in a timely manner.</li><li>Manage laboratory finances, including budgeting, purchasing of equipment and materials, and ensuring cost-effective resource allocation.</li><li>Supervise and mentor laboratory staff, including lab technicians and junior scientists, ensuring adherence to company policies, GLP guidelines, and safety protocols.</li><li>Manage laboratory infrastructure, including maintenance of equipment, inventory control, and compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as research, development, and production, to align laboratory activities with broader organizational goals.</li><li>Stay current with advances in RNA synthesis and nucleic acid purification technologies and implement new techniques where appropriate.</li><li>Prepare and review scientific reports, publications, and presentations, ensuring the accuracy and quality of data and compliance with scientific and GLP standards.</li><li>Maintain compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies, including non-discrimination and workplace safety laws.</li></ul><strong>Requirements:</strong><ul><li>Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or a related field.</li><li>At least two years of post-doctoral research experience in RNA synthesis, nucleic acid purification, or related fields.</li><li>>3 years of working experience in an industry or commercial laboratory setting</li><li>Hands-on experience in nucleic acid based molecular biology methods, analytical techniques (such as HPLC), and basic microbiology methods</li><li>Experience with GLP standards and their application in laboratory settings.</li><li>Experience with clean room operations and maintaining strict sterility and environmental controls.</li><li>Proven ability to manage both the hands-on lab work and administrative tasks required to run a laboratory.</li><li>Leadership and team management skills, with the ability to supervise and mentor lab personnel while ensuring compliance with GLP standards and company policies.</li><li>Strong organizational and project management skills, ensuring the successful execution of both lab work and managerial tasks.</li></ul><div><strong>Preferred Experience and track record:</strong></div><ul><li>Familiarity with automated laboratory systems and high-throughput screening techniques.</li><li>Some track record of scientific publications in RNA synthesis, nucleic acid purification, or related areas.</li></ul><div> #M3 <br/> #LI-MD2</div><br/><br/> Ref: #558-Scientific<p><br/></p>

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<h4 style="color: rgba(34, 34, 34, 1); font-size: 2.4rem">Impacting lives. It's in our DNA.</h4>
<p style="color: rgba(136, 136, 136, 1); font-size: 15px">At Joulé, we believe our world is filled with possibilities – where character, integrity and commitment drive our purpose. For over 30 years, Joulé has been a trusted partner to industry leading clinical, scientific, and healthcare organizations by providing innovative workforce solutions and delivering top talent. Operating at the forefront of the life sciences arena, Joulé’s relentless approach enables our clients to rapidly and effectively execute critical initiatives and major projects. Joulé is a System One division.</p>
<p style="color: rgba(136, 136, 136, 1); font-size: 15px">Joulé consists of multiple business lines working together for client success: <a style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" href="https://www.jouleinc.com/specialties/scientific/">scientific</a>, <a style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" href="https://www.jouleinc.com/specialties/clinical/">clinical</a>, and <a style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" href="https://www.jouleinc.com/specialties/healthcare/">healthcare</a> recruiting plus <a style="color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)" href="https://www.jouleinc.com/specialties/equipment-services/">equipment services</a>.</p>
<p style="color: rgba(136, 136, 136, 1); font-size: 15px">Since our existence, we’ve excelled in these specialized markets, and in recent years we have further narrowed the Joulé brand to exclusively represent these arenas. Joulé's services are backed by the considerable reach and resources of our parent company, System One.</p>
<h4 style="color: rgba(34, 34, 34, 1); font-size: 2.4rem">The Business of Science</h4>
<p style="color: rgba(136, 136, 136, 1); font-size: 15px">Way back before STEM was a trend, Joulé established its roots in scientific and technical disciplines. We began life as an engineering services firm, but our business has evolved considerably to where it stands today:</p>
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<li>A leader in specialized workforce solutions and integrated services</li>
<li>One of the top ten largest clinical and scientific staffing firms in the U.S.</li>
<li>An ISO-certified provider of laboratory and facility support</li>
<li>An advocate for scientific, clinical, and healthcare clients and candidates alike</li>
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<h4 style="color: rgba(34, 34, 34, 1); font-size: 2.4rem">National Reach with Local Expertise</h4>
<p style="color: rgba(136, 136, 136, 1); font-size: 15px">Working at the intersection of business and science, we make it easier to recruit and deploy talent for ongoing work and on-demand projects in a host of disciplines. We’re still writing our story, but our future is built on a foundation of quality delivery and personalized service.</p>

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RNA Laboratory Lead

Administrative Skills

Analysis Skills

Biochemistry

Biotech and Pharmaceutical

Budgeting

Cleanroom

Consulting

Corporate Policies

Cross-Functional

Data Quality

Equipment Maintenance/Repair

GLP (Good Laboratory Practices)

GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)

Genetics

High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

High-Throughput Screening (HTS)

Inventory Management

Laboratory Management

Laboratory Operations

Laboratory Systems

Leadership

MD2 (Message Digest Algorithm 2)

Maintain Compliance

Medicine

Mentoring

Microbiology

Molecular Biology

Needs Assessment

Nucleic Acid

Operations Management

Organizational Skills

Project/Program Management

Purchasing/Procurement

Real-time PCR (qPCR)

Regulations

Regulatory Compliance

Resource Management

Safety Compliance

Safety Standards

Safety/Work Safety

Scientific Publications

Team Lead/Manager

Time Management

Vaccination

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