Scientist II

Mindlance; Ridgefield (CT); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A biotechnology company in Ridgefield, Connecticut is seeking a professional to conduct in vitro studies and develop biochemical assays. You will perform routine and non-routine experiments with minimal supervision, maintain accurate lab records, and communicate results effectively. Strong experience in molecular biology techniques and a collaborative mindset are essential. Join us in a role that values integrity and effective problem-solving while contributing to scientific advancements.

Qualifications

• Experience with nucleic acid extraction, RT-PCR, Western Blot, ELISA, and transfection is required.
• Ability to evaluate new technologies and assist in their incorporation.

Responsabilités

• Initiates and completes routine in vitro studies independently.
• Assists in the design and execution of non-routine assays.
• Communicates work effectively and contributes to scientific reports.
• Maintains accurate electronic lab notebooks.

Connaissances

Aseptic animal tissue culture techniques

Basic molecular biology techniques

Proven problem-solving ability

Written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency with data analysis software

Collaborative work ability

Outils

Microsoft Excel

GraphPad Prism

Description du poste

Responsibilities

• Initiates and completes routine in vitro studies in an independent, efficient, and timely manner, with minimal supervision. Interprets the outcome of those experiments and proposes appropriate follow-up; troubleshoots effectively.
• Assists in the design and execution of non-routine cell-based in vitro and biochemical assays; conducts exploratory experiments with minimal supervision.
• Performs literature searches and extracts relevant information from literature and published protocols.
• Independently operates and is responsible for lab equipment; troubleshoots effectively.
• Communicates their own work effectively orally and in writing; contributes to writing protocols, procedures, and technical reports; provides input for scientific reports.
• Reports and treats data with a high level of integrity and ethics. Maintains accurate and up-to-date electronic lab notebooks.
• Complies with applicable regulations, performing all work in a safe and compliant manner; maintains proper records in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and policies.

Skills

• Experience in aseptic animal tissue culture techniques and basic molecular biology techniques including nucleic acid extraction, RT-PCR, Western Blot, ELISA, transfection is required. Experimental design, execution, and interpretation in these areas will be required.
• Proven problem-solving ability and eagerness to learn. Ability to evaluate new technologies and assist in incorporating them into our research.
• Written and verbal communication skills: concise and accurate reporting of technical data and information.
• Proficiency with computers and data analysis software such as Microsoft Excel and GraphPad Prism.
• Ability and willingness to work effectively in a highly collaborative environment.

EEO

Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.