Research Associate I-Virology, Molecular Biology, Genetics - San Francisco, CA
- Employer
- Labcorp
- Location
- South San Francisco, California, US
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Jan 29, 2022
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- Sector
- Academic / Research
- Field
- Conservation science
- Discipline
- Genetics, Biology
- Salary Type
- Salary
- Employment Type
- Full time
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Monogram Biosciences is a subsidiary of Labcorp specializing in the development and performance of high complexity cell-based and molecular assays to support clinical trials and diagnostics. Monogram currently has an exciting opportunity available for an enthusiastic Researcher to work within the R&D team. The selected candidate will join an integrated team developing and performing novel cell-based and molecular assays that support virology and pharmacogenomics programs to enable drug/vaccine/gene therapy development and inform individualized healthcare decisions. This position is based at our South San Francisco, CA, facility.
Principal responsibilities of this position include:
Requirements:
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Schedule
Mon-Fri, 8-5pm
Principal responsibilities of this position include:
- Design and execute experiments, critically analyze data and interpret results
- The development, optimization, scale up and validation of new assays
- The evaluation and implementation of new technology platforms
- The application of these assays/technologies in clinical trials and research projects
- Internal studies or external collaborations to define and validate clinical utility
- Assay training and transfer to a clinical reference laboratory environment
- Maintain accurate and appropriate records
- Draft documents/reports and prepare/give presentations to colleagues as required
Requirements:
- BS degree in Virology, Molecular Biology, Genetics or related area of Biological Sciences with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or an MS degree with experience in R&D
- Proficiency in cell and molecular biology techniques, including cell culture, cell based assays, nucleic acid amplification, molecular cloning and nucleotide sequencing
- Ability to independently conduct and analyze experiments supporting project goals
- High degree of technical proficiency and attention to detail
- Quick and eager to master new techniques and ability to multitask
- Good organizational, data analysis and documentation skills
- Ability to work within a fast paced and highly collaborative environment
- Previous experience in assay development is preferred
- Experience using literature/search engines/databases to pursue science
- Experience with Microsoft excel and PowerPoint. Programing experience is desirable but not required
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Schedule
Mon-Fri, 8-5pm
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