Research Associate I - The Fountain Group
Dixon, CA
About the Job
Currently I have an opening for a Research Associate located in Dixon, CA. Details for the position are as follows:
Job Description:
Job Description:
- The Molecular Biology department seeks a motivated laboratory researcher who will assist in the discovery of groundbreaking therapeutics by supporting the primary research of several hundred internal customers.
- The responsibilities include processing samples in the laboratory (both manually and via laboratory robotics), analyzing and performing quality control of genetic data, and helping to evaluate and implement new technologies.
- Applicants should have a learning mindset, be able to work in a fluid and diverse environment and possess a strong desire to participate in research support efforts while feeling comfortable working primarily in a laboratory setting.
- Basic understanding of PCR, quantitative/real-time PCR (TaqMan; 5' nuclease assay), and other nucleic acid amplification and detection techniques. You should demonstrate the ability to create basic PCR and qPCR assays.
- A more qualified candidate would also have functional knowledge regarding routine mammalian genetic constructs used in genome engineering, such as conditional knock-out models employing the Cre-Lox system.
- Bachelor's degree preferably in Life Sciences or engineering, with one to two years' job experience in an academic or industrial research laboratory
- Pay: $28-34 hourly, depending on experience level
- Onsite, M-F, first shift, with flexibility for start/end time daily
- 12-month contract, with potential for extension or conversion to permanent
Source : The Fountain Group