Biology Lab Scientist Contractor

LanceSoft Inc; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in clinical laboratory services seeks a Lab Scientist to support nucleic acid extraction and analysis. The role involves managing biospecimens and ensuring quality control while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates possess a B.S. or M.S. in relevant fields with substantial experience in genomic techniques and data management.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience with a B.S. or 3 years with an M.S. in relevant fields.
• Comprehensive understanding of genomic research technologies.
• Experience handling human biofluids and tissues.

Responsibilities

• Support nucleic acid extraction and analysis from human biospecimens.
• Manage biofluid and tissue biospecimen registration and inventory.
• Ensure quality control and documentation practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Oral communication

Interpersonal communication

Organizational abilities

Self-motivation

Education

B.S. in human genetics, genomics, or molecular biology

M.S. in human genetics, genomics, or molecular biology

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Job description

Job Description (Required): We are seeking a Lab Scientist for a state of Connecticut regulated (CLIA) clinical laboratory. The position is to support nucleic acid extraction and analysis from clinical and research samples. Responsibilities will include biofluid and tissue sample management, sample extraction on both manual and robotic systems, sample tracking, quality control, quantification and analysis.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Support the isolation, quantification and analysis of nucleic acids from human biospecimen samples.
• Manage biofluid and tissue biospecimen registration, Inventory, and destruction.
• Demonstrate good documentation practices and attention to detail related to the above
• Demonstrate good oral and interpersonal communication with cross-functional partners and laboratory colleagues.
• Follow established Standard Operating Procedures
• Work independently and in a team environment in multiple settings including office and open space.

• B.S. with 5 year’s experience or M.S. preferred with 3 year’s experience in human genetics, genomics, or molecular biology.
• Comprehensive understanding of the latest technologies pertaining to human genomic research in industry including genotyping, RNA expression technologies (NGS), somatic alteration analysis, bioinformatics, and molecular biology techniques.
• Experience handling human biofluids and tissues
• Superior scientific and technical skills in the genomic sciences
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently
• Strong organizational abilities; ability to successfully work and get things done in teams
• Ability to engage, communicate and facilitate communication across groups
• Ability to identify and implement new technologies
• Experience with utilizing a laboratory information management system (LIMS).

Schedule: Monday - Friday (business hours)

Interview: First round Teams Meeting / Second round onsite
Position Comments visible to Supplier: Hep B required