Job Description
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Perform cell culture (iPSCs, primary cells, immortalized cell lines) to support the research needs of the group and high-throughput screening of siRNAs using qPCR and a variety of cell-based assays
- Execute day to day operations for RNASeq sample preparation, including: library preparation, QC and sequencing. Maintain sample tracking & records.
- Conduct assays that support in vivo studies (e.g. qPCR, ELISA) for the quantitative analysis of biomarkers or siRNA activity
- Support lab maintenance including equipment operation & maintenance , reagent inventory and reagent preparation
- Troubleshoot technical problems and participate in the continuing development and optimization of existing and new protocols.
Qualifications
- A BS in a biological science with at least 2 years of hands-on laboratory experience in cell or molecular biology are required . Master’s degree preferred, but not required
- Experience in cell culture and purification/quantification of nucleic acids/protein, including qPCR
- Experience with NGS workflow is desired
- Experienced with laboratory automation including liquid handling systems such as Perkin Elmer JANUS, Beckman i7 or other systems.
- The candidate should be intensely detail oriented, highly motivated, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously, desire to drive innovation, and willingness to learn
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:
$85,000 - $89,000/annually
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.
Company DescriptionR&D Partners is a national staffing firm focused in the areas of: Scientific, Clinical Research and Engineering. Our team offers well over 200 years of combined staffing experience providing consulting, direct hire & outsourcing solutions with our west coast offices in San Francisco, Redwood City and San Diego, CA and our east coast offices located in Harrisburg, PA and Tampa, FL.
The cornerstone of our success: a knowledgeable and experienced recruiting team.
Our life sciences recruiters, clinical research recruiters and engineering recruiters are uniquely specialized. After a detailed assessment of our clients’ needs, we can then identify appropriate candidates utilizing our established network of professionals. R&D Partners takes a proactive approach to recruiting, establishing relationships with experienced passive candidates so when the time is right, we can combine our candidates’ talents with our clients’ opportunities.
Company Description
R&D Partners is a national staffing firm focused in the areas of: Scientific, Clinical Research and Engineering. Our team offers well over 200 years of combined staffing experience providing consulting, direct hire & outsourcing solutions with our west coast offices in San Francisco, Redwood City and San Diego, CA and our east coast offices located in Harrisburg, PA and Tampa, FL.\r\n\r\nThe cornerstone of our success: a knowledgeable and experienced recruiting team.\r\n\r\nOur life sciences recruiters, clinical research recruiters and engineering recruiters are uniquely specialized. After a detailed assessment of our clients’ needs, we can then identify appropriate candidates utilizing our established network of professionals. R&D Partners takes a proactive approach to recruiting, establishing relationships with experienced passive candidates so when the time is right, we can combine our candidates’ talents with our clients’ opportunities.