Associate Scientist II, Genomics - 77

Associate Scientist II - Genomics

The suitable candidate will have a B.S. or M.S. in molecular biology, genomics, biotechnology or a related discipline. This position will focus on performing PCR, Q-PCR, RT-PCR, SNP Genotyping, Gene Expression, DNA or RNA purification (quantification to normalization).
In-depth experience with modern molecular biology techniques and the use of instrumentation and automation in a regulated (GxP/industrial) setting is desirable. Experience working with one or more of the following platforms is also highly desired:
ABI 9700, 7900HT, BioRad Thermo cyclers, Molecular Devices, Agilent Bioanalyser, Qiagen and Eppendorf automation.
The successful candidate must have excellent problem solving skills, be innovative, self-motivated and should enjoy working both independently and within a small and adaptive group with an interest in applying cutting-edge technologies to a diverse set of challenges.
Job duties include but are not limited to:


- Experience in performing all routine and relevant laboratory techniques under GLP/GMP standards.

- Actively perform equipment and general housekeeping daily checks and notify relevant personnel of any issues.

- Should maintain a high degree of data quality, and deliver accurate and reproducible laboratory results, by adhering to strict record-keeping and processing protocols

- Perform standard and customer requested modification assays in alignment with set Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and all relevant documentation to GMP / GLP standards.

- Actively review and improve working documents via documentation control.

- Assists in the writing, editing, and implementing standard operating procedures, material requirements documents, and other essential documentation.Experience working in a regulated environment (GLP, GMP) is required.

- Prepare reagents and materials in alignment with the operational day to day schedule.

- Responsible for participating and resolving deviations / BRIQS events with support of other team members.

- Work and complete all relevant documentation to GMP / GLP standards under limited supervision.

- Perform materials handling, tracking and storage procedures whilst working in collaboration with cross functional areas to ensure accuracy and timeliness to support On Time Delivery (OTD).

- Actively maintain a clean, tidy and safe work environment.

- Perform literature searches in support of the scientific efforts at BioReliance.