Scientist I

Lancesoft; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancesoft seeks a detail-oriented lab technician for a 0-6+ month assignment in Fargo, ND. The role emphasizes basic molecular biology, aseptic technique, and careful sample handling. You will join a dynamic team supporting cloning workflows, plasmid preparation, and analytical QC in a fast-paced lab environment.

Responsibilities include culturing E. coli, performing transformations, running gel electrophoresis, and maintaining meticulous ELN documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of lab experience.
• Experience with basic molecular biology techniques.
• Proficiency in aseptic technique and PPE use.
• Experience with sample labeling and ELN documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform aseptic lab techniques and culture E. coli.
• Culturing E. coli and plasmid DNA transformation.
• Cell banking and plasmid DNA cloning (restriction, HiFi/Gibson).
• Agarose gel electrophoresis and gel image interpretation.
• Maintain detailed ELN notes and adhere to cloning procedures.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with strict turnaround times.
• Pipetting, solution handling, and sample labeling to prevent mix-ups.

Skills

Molecular biology

Restriction enzymes

PCR amplification

HiFi/Gibson cloning

Aseptic technique

Gel electrophoresis

Sample tracking

ELN notes

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology

Tools

SnapGene

Job description

Duration: 0-6+ Months Shift: 8: 00 AM - 5: 00 PM CST (Mon –Fri)

Job Description:

Qualified candidates should have a good understanding of Basic lab safety - proper use of PPE, chemical storage and handling, including potentially biohazardous materials Aseptic technique –culturing of E coli, plasmid DNA transformation into E coli, cell banking Plasmid DNA cloning –restriction cloning, hifi/Gibson Assembly cloning, Agarose Gel Electrophoresis and interpretation of gel images Adherence to cloning procedures and ability to take detailed notes for Electronic Lab Notebooks (ELN) Working in a detail-oriented manner to ensure samples are separated Fast-paced work under strict turnaround time deadlines.

Potential candidates should have experience in the following: Basic Molecular Biology, Restriction Enzyme usage and cloning, PCR amplification, HiFi/Gibson Assembly cloning, Bacterial transformation, Culture growth, DNA preparation (miniprep scale), Agarose Gel Electrophoresis, Agarose gel interpretation, Basic lab skills, Aseptic Technique, Pipetting and solution handling, Adherence to protocols, Organized work, Cannot mix up samples, Take detailed notes on work performed, Additional skills (willing to train), Snapgene software usage, Analysis of QC sequence results, Troubleshooting when necessary. Bachelor's Degree with 2 yrs lab experience