Our client, a world-leading Pharmaceutical Company in Cambridge, MA is currently looking for a Associate Scientist / Molecular Biology to join their expanding team.
Job Title: Associate Scientist / Molecular Biology / Pharma Industry
Duration: 18 months contract, extendable up to 36 months
Location: Cambridge, MA
Note:
The client has the right-to-hire you as a permanent employee at any time during or after the end of the contract.
You may participate in the company group medical insurance plan
Job Description:
Molecular Biology Technician
Summary:
Client is seeking A motivated individual with Molecular Biology experience to work closely with colleagues to extract nucleic acids from cells, amplify libraries via RT and PCR, and perform Next Generation Sequencing to identify sequences of interest.
Responsibilities:
This role will require developing and assessing new sequencing and automation technologies to rapidly identify high impact biotherapeutic agents.
Qualifications:
A minimum of a bachelor's and/or Master's degree with 1+ years' experience in Molecular Biology methods such as isolation of DNA/ RNA, setting up PCR reactions and performing DNA clean up using SPRI beads required.
Eagerness to learn new techniques and skills in Next Generation Sequencing and automation
Ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet key project deadlines
Location:
This is an onsite role in Cambridge, MA