Molecular Biologist - Des Moines

Molecular Biologist

Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines is the capital city of Iowa. The gold-domed Iowa State Capitol building is among the 19th- and early-20th-century landmarks of the East Village area. Des Moines is known nationally for the Iowa Caucus (Democratic pre-election process); the Iowa State Fair (one of the largest / best state fairs in the country); and the weekly farmers' market downtown. Whether you are looking to relocate or are a current resident, job opportunities in Des Moines are abundant.

On Time Talent Solutions is seeking a Molecular Biologist. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, curious, a team player and bring innovation in the culture of scientific discovery.

Molecular Biologist Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for scientific projects aimed at developing genome editing strategic tools, from the design to the bench work
  
• Collaborate with scientists and research associates to develop and implement scientific experiments using relevant molecular technologies
  
• Analyse experimental data, and communicate results to stakeholders in well-written reports and oral presentations
  
• Demonstrates well-developed knowledge of other disciplines / departments and how they function together
  
• Accurately records and documents results in a timely fashion
  
• Creates and fosters a collaborative, creative, and rigorous culture of scientific discovery
  
• Supervise and train junior colleagues
  

Molecular Biologist Qualifications:

• Ph.D or equivalent experience in an industry context, in Cell Biology or Molecular Biology, with at least 5 years of research experience
  
• Ability to analyze, summarize and communicate scientific data
  
• Ability to design and execute research plans to ensure that project requirements, timelines and deliverables are met
  
• Adaptability and effectively navigate changes in a fast paced and dynamic environment
  
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities, experience presenting research plans and results to internal groups as well as external collaborators is preferred.
  
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills to work in a team-oriented, matrixed environment