Onsite Molecular Biologist: Lab Testing & Tech Transfer

ATCC Biotechnology; Innovation (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

AD&D

Paid parental leave

PTO & Holidays

Fitness subsidies

Cell phone subsidy

Legal services

Employee Assistance Program

401(a) & 403(b) retirement

Job summary

ATCC, a global nonprofit providing biological materials, is hiring a Biologist in Manassas, VA. The role supports MSAT-Molecular laboratory operations, molecular testing, data interpretation, and documentation in a regulated lab environment.

We seek a candidate with a molecular biology background, experience in lab or biomanufacturing settings, and the ability to collaborate across functions to advance method verification, development, and technology transfer initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with minimum 2 years experience.
• Hands-on molecular biology techniques incl. extraction andPCR/qPCR/ddPCR.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting data in regulated labs.
• Knowledge of documentation practices, quality systems, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform nucleic acid extraction, PCR, qPCR, ddPCR and related testing per protocols.
• Support investigations, troubleshooting, and manufacturing investigations.
• Assist with method verification, development, and technology transfer.
• Participate in process improvement and cross-functional projects.
• Analyze test results and maintain compliant documentation.
• Support routine laboratory operations and equipment use.

Skills

Molecular biology

Nucleic acid extraction

PCR

qPCR

ddPCR

Data analysis

Documentation

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree preferred

High school diploma + 6 years experience

Tools

None

Job description

ATCC, a global nonprofit providing biological materials, is hiring a Biologist in Manassas, VA. The role supports MSAT-Molecular laboratory operations, molecular testing, data interpretation, and documentation in a regulated lab environment.

We seek a candidate with a molecular biology background, experience in lab or biomanufacturing settings, and the ability to collaborate across functions to advance method verification, development, and technology transfer initiatives.