Research Associate

CTG is seeking to fill a Research Associateopening for our client in Chesterfield, MO.

Location: Chesterfield, MO

Duration: 9 months

Work Hours: Monday – Friday, Day Shift (approx. 7am-3pm)

Overview:

This position is in Precision Genomics’ St. Louis Production Genotyping lab. The candidate will be working collaboratively with a large production team of FTE’s and contractors to deliver daily and weekly genotyping targets under tight deadlines. The candidate will primarily be responsible for operating manual and automated lab processes in a PCR lab. The role may also include additional various tasks in sample prep, PCR, general lab stocking and supply upkeep.

Skills:

• Demonstrate reliability: This is a business-critical position to keep our lab running 7 days a week across multiple shifts. The candidate must be a reliable presence on this shift. Position may require flexible or off shift hours during peak times.
• High Throughput/production/sample management: Our lab processes 2+ million samples per year with fast turn-around times.
• Automation/mechanical aptitude: The candidate must be comfortable running and troubleshooting automation independently with little guidance on this shift. Biologists with engineering/technical aptitudes are encouraged to apply.
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Intermediate skills in Office Applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Spotfire, Outlook; Advanced/Proficient skills in Excel.

Experience:

• 1-2 years of relevant experience
• Any experience handling a large number of samples daily (lab, etc.), or in a fast-paced environment (retail, food service, etc.) is a plus
• Experience with LIMS is a plus

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:

To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact Tana Stilloe at 716-887-7209 or Tana.Stilloe@ctg.com. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

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