Scientist II
San Francisco Metro Area, CA US
Job Description
R&D Partners is seeking to hire a Scientist II in South San Francisco, CA.
The selected individual will be responsible for advancing our nucleic acid construct generation and recombinant protein expression capabilities using state-of-the-art molecular and cell biology tools and techniques.
Your main responsibilities as a Research Associate I:
- Design and generate DNA constructs using molecular biology tools
- Optimize cloning, construct generation and expression protocols, schedule requests and carry
- out troubleshooting when necessary
- Use manual or automated protocols to carry out nucleic acid isolation
- Use creative and innovative approaches to support and enable the expression of both
- straightforward and challenging protein targets
- Work with informatics systems to manage requests, upload experimental data, and share
- results with team members via email and/or presentations
What we are looking for in a Research Associate I:
- Master s degree in the Biological Sciences should have at least 2-3 years of scientific experience and applicants with a PhD degree (Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or Biochemistry) should have at least 1-2 years of relevant experience
- Expertise with latest advances in molecular cloning and DNA sequence analysis techniques
- Strong drive to pilot and implement new approaches and techniques to improve existing cloning and expression processes or implement new ones
- Experience with routine cloning, PCR and nucleic acid isolation techniques
Why Choose R&D Partners?
As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical insurance PPO, HMO & HSA
Dental & Vision insurance
401k plan
Employee Assistance Program
Long-term disability
Weekly payroll
Expense reimbursement
Online timecard approval
Pay Scale:
$99,698 $110,698(Dependent on Experience)
R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.
R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.
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