What are the responsibilities and job description for the Molecular Biology position at Actalent?
Description:
Description
The contract researcher will work with senior scientists as part of team to develop and test novel crop breeding methods that use gene editing and plant transformation. This position will provide the selected researcher opportunities to improve their molecular biology skills while contributing to meaningful discovery research. The desired researcher must be good at taking notes and keeping records of what they have done. And to be a good fit with the team the researcher should be interested in learning about crop improvement methods and enjoy discussing new ideas.
Responsibilities:
- Perform molecular biology work with instruction from Senior Scientists
- Maintain plant growth chamber including planting and harvesting seeds making crosses between plants and collecting leaf samples
- Track and order lab supplies
- Document work
Required experience and skills:
- At least a BS in Biology Biochemistry or similar degree
- Standard molecular biology skills such as performing PCR DNA extraction and gel electrophoresis
- Excellent note taking communication and organization skills
- Familiarity with the standard suite of Microsoft tools PowerPoint Excel Word OneNote
- Growing and managing plants in greenhouse
Desired experience and skills:
- Cloning DNA constructs/plasmids
- Giving presentations at lab meetings
Responsibilities:
- Perform molecular biology work with instruction from lead Scientists
- Maintain small plant growth chamber including planting and harvesting seeds making crosses between plants and collecting leaf samples
- Track and order lab supplies
- Document work
Required experience and skills:
- At least a BS in Biology Biochemistry or similar degree
- Standard molecular biology skills such as performing PCR DNA extraction and gel electrophoresis
- Excellent note taking communication and organization skills
- Familiarity with the standard suite of Microsoft tools PowerPoint Excel Word OneNote
Desired experience and skills:
- Growing Arabidopsis plants
- Cloning DNA constructs/plasmids
- Giving presentations at lab meetings
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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- Hiring diverse talent
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Salary : $22 - $23
