Research Associate (Nucleic Acid) Job at R&D Partners, Foster, CA

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  • R&D Partners
  • Foster, CA

Job Description

The Research Associate will work under supervision to support the registration, validation, and migration of DNA vector batches into the inventory system. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, preferably with laboratory experience in nucleic acid and liquid handler operation. The candidate should be detail-oriented and have good organization and communication skill. Proficiency in Geneious Prime or other sequence manipulation software is highly desirable.

This is a 6-month contract position.

Responsibilities

  • Transfer samples into pre-labeled barcode-compliant matrix tubes using the appropriate liquid handling platform.
  • Verify and update sample volume and concentration in the inventory spreadsheet.
  • Submit transferred samples to CRO for Sanger sequencing and verify sequence identity using the Geneious Prime sequence alignment tool.
  • Archive and register confirmed physical DNA stock in the inventory spreadsheet.
  • Consolidate sample tubes into matrix tube racks, barcode scan all samples, and record barcode information in the spreadsheet.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in related science discipline
  • 0.5-3 years of experience in the biotechnology industry
  • Top 3 Required Skill Sets: Nucleic Acid Handling, Microsoft Excel, DNA sequence alignment and analysis skill.
  • Top 3 Nice to Have Skill Sets: Liquid handler operation e.g. Biomek.

Pay

  • $32.00-$40.00/hr

Why Choose R&D Partners?

As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
  • Dental & Vision insurance
  • 401k plan
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Long-term disability
  • Weekly payroll
  • Expense reimbursement
  • Online timecard approval

R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.

Job Tags

Contract work,

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