Associate Scientist I: Molecular Biology & Cloning

The Fountain Group; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

The Fountain Group is currently seeking an Associate Scientist I for a prominent client located in Fargo, MD. The position involves molecular biology workflows, cloning, PCR, and cell banking with standard 8:00 AM–5:00 PM CST hours on a 6-month contract.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Biology or Life Sciences and have hands-on lab experience, including ELN documentation and aseptic technique. Strong fundamentals in cloning and sequencing are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related Life Sciences discipline.
• Fresher BS grad in a life science - opening to a MS grad if you come across one
• Strong mol bio background desired
• Master's degree in a related Life Sciences discipline is also acceptable.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on laboratory experience; academic research experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular biology laboratory procedures, including plasmid DNA cloning, bacterial transformation, and DNA preparation.
• Execute aseptic techniques, including E. coli culturing, plasmid DNA transformation, and cell banking.
• Perform restriction enzyme cloning and HiFi/Gibson Assembly cloning.
• Conduct PCR amplification, agarose gel electrophoresis, and gel image interpretation.
• Prepare plasmid DNA at miniprep scale and support QC sequence analysis.
• Follow established cloning procedures and laboratory protocols.
• Maintain detailed experimental records in Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELN).
• Follow laboratory safety procedures for PPE, chemical handling, storage, and biohazardous materials.
• Ensure accurate sample identification, separation, and handling while meeting strict turnaround deadlines.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Plasmid DNA cloning

E. coli culturing

PCR amplification

Gel electrophoresis

ELN documentation

Pipetting

Biosafety practices

Sample handling

Protein/DNA handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology or Life Sciences

Master's degree in related Life Sciences

Fresh BS graduate open to MS

Tools

SnapGene Software

QC Sequence Analysis

Job description

The Fountain Group is currently seeking an Associate Scientist I for a prominent client located in Fargo, MD. The position involves molecular biology workflows, cloning, PCR, and cell banking with standard 8:00 AM–5:00 PM CST hours on a 6-month contract.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Biology or Life Sciences and have hands-on lab experience, including ELN documentation and aseptic technique. Strong fundamentals in cloning and sequencing are preferred.