Molecular Biologist

Vista Innovative Solutions, LLC; Ohio; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A research organization in Ohio is seeking a Molecular Biologist to assist in biological and medical research at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. Candidates should have a Master's Degree in Biological Sciences and strong skills in molecular biology techniques, including DNA/RNA extraction and PCR. The position offers a competitive benefits package including paid time off and health insurance.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a public health-related field.
• Experience with environmental sampling from wastewater, soil, and air.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setting up and maintaining laboratory instruments.
• Conduct environmental sampling and process samples.
• Perform DNA/RNA extraction and related techniques.
• Support experimental design and data collection.
• Assist in drafting research proposals and presentations.

Skills

Microscopy

Cell culture

DNA/RNA preparation

PCR

Sequencing

Education

Master’s Degree in Biological Sciences

Tools

Illumina sequencing

Oxford nanopore sequencing

Job description

Posted Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expired Monday, August 18, 2025 at 4:59 AM

Vista Innovative Solutions, LLC is seeking a Molecular Biologist to support the 711th Human Performance Wing at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. This role supports biological and medical research efforts focused on aeromedical risk characterization through molecular biology techniques and environmental sampling.

What You'll Do:

• Assist scientists in setting up, operating, and maintaining laboratory instruments and equipment
• Monitor experiments, record observations, and calculate results accurately
• Conduct environmental sampling and process samples from wastewater, soil, and air matrices
• Perform DNA/RNA extraction, next-generation sequencing, PCR, microarray genotyping, and related molecular biology techniques
• Analyze genetic variants associated with aeromedical conditions
• Support experimental design, protocol training, data collection, and analysis
• Assist in developing and optimizing genetic testing procedures
• Review and update scientific literature related to research initiatives
• Support preparation, coordination, and submission of protocol-related documents to IRBs and Institutional Biosafety Committees
• Assist in drafting and editing research proposals, papers, and presentations
• Support preparation of reports related to program initiatives
• Perform general laboratory maintenance and support communal solid waste disposal

What You Bring:

Requirements:

• Possess a Master’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Public Health or similar field with 1-2 years of experience within a public health related field.
• Possess proficient with biology techniques (e.g. microscopy, cell culture, DNA/RNA prep, PCR and sequencing).
• Possess experience with Illumina and Oxford nanopore sequencing chemistries and library preparation protocols.
• Experience with environmental sampling including wastewater, soil, and air matrices.
• The Contractor must have a Non-Disclosure Agreement in place with their company, and the company must provide a copy to the Program Manager of this task order. This is necessary in order to mitigate transfer of any confidential, proprietary and/or sensitive information while in this position.

Highly Desired Qualifications:

• Possess 2 years of experience in a laboratory.

What We Offer:

Vista Innovative Solutions, LLC (VIS) offers a competitive benefits package to include: paid holidays, paid time off including sick and vacation leave, medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability, company paid life insurance, 401(k) with a company match and discretionary profit sharing and tuition reimbursement.

VIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any protected category. Hiring preference will be given to BBNC shareholders, their spouses and descendants and Alaska Natives in accordance with Public Law 93-638