Scientist II

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