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R&D Scientist II

Careers Integrated Resources Inc West Sacramento, CA (Onsite) Contractor
Job Title: R&D Scientist II
Location: West Sacramento, CA
Duration: 12 Months+ (Potential for Conversion, performance based)

Pay Rate: $32/hr. on w2.
 
Job Description:
  • Having at least a 2-3 years experience with PCR, Quantitative PCR, digital drop PCR or equivalent is a minimum requirement.
  • molecular biology experience is a requirement. DO NOT send candidates that have microbiology experience. This is NOT the same thing.
  • Do not have a candidate have items on their resume if they cannot speak to the experience.
  • The HM has interviewed multiple candidates with items on their resume and during the interview they could not speak on the experience and couldn't articulate the brand of instrument they used.
 
Location/Division Specific Information:
  • This is an on-site position located in West Sacramento, California.
 
Client Impactful Work:
  • Life Lab is a CAP accredited CLIA laboratory dedicated to the testing of patients enrolled in partner programs clinical trials.
  • As a part of this team you will have an impact on the development of new cancer tests and assist in the application of new drugs for cancer patients.
 
A day in the Life:
  • Training on new assays.
  • Perform experiments related to clinical trials.
  • Share your results with other team members.
 
Keys to Success:
Education:
  • A BS degree in Biological Sciences from an accredited college or university.
  • MS degree in a molecular field preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of direct experience in laboratory testing for the specialties performed by the Life Technologies Clinical services Lab is required.
 
Experience:
  • Laboratory based experimental experience in a broad array of molecular biology techniques is required.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform complex data analysis is required.
  • Hands-on next-generation sequencing is required, with preference given to those individuals familiar with Ion Torrent technology.
 
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  • Use of computer systems for data entry, retrieval, and analyses involving word processing programs, spreadsheets containing data analyses, and complex computer driven instrumentation.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to problem solve highly complex analyses.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Strong understanding of good laboratory practices and regulatory compliance.
 
Physical Requirements / Work Environment:
  • May handle highly infectious agents and hazardous chemicals.
  • Sit or stand for long periods of time while using equipment and specimen handling and/or for computer work.
  • Stretch, Bend or twist to reach into lower or upper cabinets and drawers and squat or kneel to remove or store supplies stored on lower shelves.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
  • Visual requirements to distinguish colors for analysis; and auditory requirements to hear timers on equipment.
  • Fine hand manipulation is required to operate equipment, manipulate and pipette specimens.
  • Work is mainly laboratory-based with some time spent in the office writing up experiments, validation documents, and standard operating procedures.
 
Comments for Suppliers:
  • Eligible for conversion based on performance and business needs.
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Job Snapshot

Employee Type

Contractor

Location

West Sacramento, CA (Onsite)

Job Type

Other

Experience

Not Specified

Date Posted

02/25/2026

Job ID

26-04773

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