Research Associate

Genesis-Global-Group; Hamilton Township (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

Legal Plan

401(k) Plan

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Holidays

Job summary

Genesis Global Group (GGG) via the Institute for Biomarker Research seeks a Research Associate in Hamilton, NJ for in-person laboratory work. The role focuses on designing and validating microbiological and molecular diagnostic assays and advancing biomarker-based diagnostics to improve patient care.

You will perform experiments, analyze data, document procedures to CLIA/CAP standards, and collaborate with Reference Laboratories and Clinical Laboratory divisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field is required. Strong background in Molecular Biology and Genetics is a plus.
• Experience with aseptic, microbiological, molecular, and cellular biology techniques; CAP accreditation and cGLP is a plus.
• Experience in bacterial, fungal, viral, and parasitic pathogenesis and culture desirable.
• Experience in test development, troubleshooting, optimization, and validation, particularly qPCR, would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and validate microbiological and molecular diagnostic assays.
• Design and perform experiments and analyze data using diverse procedures and laboratory equipment.
• Record details of procedures and data; create reports to CLIA/CAP standards.
• Conduct laboratory tests according to SOPs and equipment specifications.
• Prepare reagents and handle biological samples in a BSL 2 setting.
• Collaborate with Reference Laboratories and the Clinical Laboratory division for projects.
• Participate in meetings and scientific journal discussions.

Skills

Molecular Biology

Genetics

Aseptic techniques

Biosafety level 2

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

qPCR

CAP accredited labs

GLP/cGLP

Job description

Job Summary

Genesis Global Group (GGG) is a consortium of entities and institutes, in the field of molecular biology, medicinal chemistry and biotechnology. Our mission is to improve the patient’s quality of life by linking basic science and the development of diagnostic and pre-clinical treatments.

The Institute for Biomarker Research

IBR, a division of GGG, is dedicated to the innovation of multi-variant-based personal diagnostics to assess disease evaluation, progression, regression, and patient stratification in order to establish a targeted, pharmacogenomic-based treatment approach tailored to every patient's specific clinical situation.

IBR is currently seeking a Research Associate. This position is in-person, in Hamilton, NJ.

Responsibilities:

• Design and validate microbiological and molecular diagnostic assays.
• Design and perform experiments and analyze data using diverse procedures and laboratory equipment.
• Properly record details of the procedures used and data collected; create reports to CLIA/CAP standards.
• Conduct laboratory tests according to equipment specifications and standard operation procedures (SOPs).
• Perform reagent preparation and proper handling of biological samples in a BSL 2 setting.
• Collaborate with Reference Laboratories and the Clinical Laboratory division for projects.
• Routinely participate in meetings and scientific journal article discussions.

Job Qualifications:

General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA’s) required

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field is required. Strong background in Molecular Biology and Genetics is a plus.
• The ideal candidate would be well versed in aseptic, microbiological, molecular, and cellular biology techniques. Experience with CAP accredited laboratory practices and cGLP is a plus.
• Experience in bacterial, fungal, viral, and parasitic pathogenesis, and culture is desirable.
• Experience in test development, troubleshooting, optimization, and validation, particularly qPCR, would be desirable.

We Offer:

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

Legal Plan

401(k) Plan

Paid Vacation, Sick, and Holidays

Visit us at http://www.mdlab.com.

Medical Diagnostic Laboratories, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.