Clinical / Scientific - Molecular and Cellular Biologist Molecular and Cellular Biologist

Mindlance; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier clinical laboratory in Connecticut is seeking a Lab Scientist to support nucleic acid extraction and analysis from clinical samples. The role includes managing various biofluid and tissue samples and working with advanced technologies in human genomic research. Candidates should possess relevant educational qualifications and several years of experience in genetics or molecular biology.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience with B.S. or 3 years with M.S. in relevant fields.
• Experience with nucleic acids, human biospecimens, and molecular biology techniques.
• Understanding of genomic research technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support nucleic acid isolation and analysis from biospecimen samples.
• Manage biospecimen registration, inventory, and destruction.
• Demonstrate good documentation and strict adherence to procedures.

Skills

Documentation practices

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Ability to identify technologies

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

Request: Clinical / Scientific - Molecular and Cellular Biologist
Request Code: Molecular and Cellular Biologist
Number of Contractors Needed: 1
Candidate Submission Limit Per Supplier: 2
Desired Start Date: 6/23/2025
Hrs/Wk: 40.00
MSP Owner: Franco, Crystal

EEO:

Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans