R&D Scientist - Nucleic Acid & Assay Development

Randstad USA; Austin (TX); Vor Ort; USD 41.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Randstad USA in Austin, TX is seeking a Scientist II to advance life sciences programs in a pivotal R&D role focused on product development, automated nucleic acid extraction, and verification/validation workflows.

The position is contract-based, with typical hours 9 to 5 and compensation of $30–35 per hour. A Bachelor's degree is required, and the work centers on diagnostics development in a dynamic biotech setting.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biological Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of laboratory experience in an academic or biotech setting.
• Hands-on proficiency with automated/manual nucleic acid isolation, endpoint PCR, qPCR, dilution series, and lab calculations.
• Hands-on experience operating equipment like Agilent Bioanalyzer, Nanodrop, Qubit, or plate readers.
• Strong written, verbal, and collaborative communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute design verification and validation test methods for reagents, kits, and instruments across plasma, cell culture, and FFPE samples.
• Utilize automated technologies (e.g., Kingfisher Magnetic Particle Handlers) and manual methods for nucleic acid isolation, qPCR, and NGS.
• Design hypothesis-driven experimental sets, modify procedures, and analyze data to guide key decision-making processes.
• Maintain accurate, reproducible lab documentation and prepare formal research reports for team presentations.
• Ensure complete laboratory compliance and perform routine multi-tasking to keep project deadlines on track.

Kenntnisse

Mammalian Cell Culture

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Quality Control (QC)

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biological Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.

Tools

Agilent Bioanalyzer

Nanodrop

Qubit

Plate readers

Jobbeschreibung

Job Summary

Advance your life sciences career in dynamic Austin, TX, as a Scientist II with a top-tier biotech leader. In this pivotal R&D role, you will drive product development, automated nucleic acid extraction, and design verification and validation workflows to bring innovative diagnostics to life.

Location: Austin, Texas

Job type: Contract

Salary: $30 – 35 per hour

Work hours: 9 to 5

Education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute design verification and validation test methods for reagents, kits, and instruments across plasma, cell culture, and FFPE samples.
• Utilize automated technologies (e.g., Kingfisher Magnetic Particle Handlers) and manual methods for nucleic acid isolation, qPCR, and NGS.
• Design hypothesis-driven experimental sets, modify procedures, and analyze data to guide key decision-making processes.
• Maintain accurate, reproducible lab documentation and prepare formal research reports for team presentations.
• Ensure complete laboratory compliance and perform routine multi-tasking to keep project deadlines on track.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biological Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of laboratory experience in an academic or biotech setting.
• Hands-on proficiency with automated/manual nucleic acid isolation, endpoint PCR, qPCR, dilution series, and lab calculations.
• Hands-on experience operating equipment like Agilent Bioanalyzer, Nanodrop, Qubit, or plate readers.
• Strong written, verbal, and collaborative communication skills.

Preferred

• Background in an IVD development environment, BSL2 sample handling, or Next Generation Sequencing (NGS).
• Statistical analysis skills using JMP, DOE, or Design-Focused Six Sigma.

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Skills

Mammalian Cell Culture, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Quality Control (QC)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

Benefits

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Required

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biological Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of laboratory experience in an academic or biotech setting.
• Hands-on proficiency with automated/manual nucleic acid isolation, endpoint PCR, qPCR, dilution series, and lab calculations.
• Hands-on experience operating equipment like Agilent Bioanalyzer, Nanodrop, Qubit, or plate readers.
• Strong written, verbal, and collaborative communication skills.

Preferred

• Background in an IVD development environment, BSL2 sample handling, or Next Generation Sequencing (NGS).
• Statistical analysis skills using JMP, DOE, or Design-Focused Six Sigma.

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