Scientist - Molecular Biology (Cloning)

dawarconsulting; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Paid Sick leave

401K

Job summary

Our client in life sciences is seeking a Scientist - Molecular Biology in San Diego, CA. The role centers on designing and executing cloning strategies to support multiple pipeline programs within a cell therapy context.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to advance discovery to functional validation, handling nucleic acids, sequence analysis, and cloning workflows while maintaining thorough lab records.

Qualifications

• Degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• 1-3 years applied experience in field.
• Proven experience with various cloning techniques (e.g., Gibson Assembly, Golden Gate, Restriction/Ligation).
• Experience with nanoplasmid cloning and production workflows is preferred
• Proficiency with sequence analysis software (e.g., Benchling, SnapGene, Geneious).
• Strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture, cell-based assays and flow cytometry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Independently design and execute molecular assays to generate and characterize novel nucleic acids for use across multiple Cell Therapy programs.
• Perform sequence analysis and quality control of generated constructs.
• Independently or with the team, troubleshoot technical issues, resolve problems and optimize cloning workflows.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and organized laboratory records.
• As needed by team, additional responsibilities may include cell culture, in vitro cell-based assays, and/or flow cytometry.

Skills

Molecular biology

Cloning techniques

Cell culture

Flow cytometry

Sequence analysis

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Molecular Biology or related field

Tools

Benchling

SnapGene

Geneious

Job description

Our client, a world leader in life sciences, is looking for a Scientist - Molecular Biology, based in San Diego, CA. Job Duration: Long Term Contract (Possibility Of Extension) Pay Rate : $45/hr - $49/hr on W2

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Molecular Biologist to join our Cell Therapy Technologies team. This role is central to our molecular cloning core, responsible for designing and executing cloning strategies to support multiple pipeline programs. As a core operator within our research pipeline, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to advance our cell therapy programs from discovery to functional validation.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently design and execute molecular assays to generate and characterize novel nucleic acids for use across multiple Cell Therapy programs.
• Perform sequence analysis and quality control of generated constructs.
• Independently or with the team, troubleshoot technical issues, resolve problems and optimize cloning workflows.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and organized laboratory records.
• As needed by team, additional responsibilities may include cell culture, in vitro cell-based assays, and/or flow cytometry.

Qualifications

• Degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• 1-3 years applied experience in field.
• Proven experience with various cloning techniques (e.g., Gibson Assembly, Golden Gate, Restriction/Ligation).
• Experience with nanoplasmid cloning and production workflows is preferred
• Proficiency with sequence analysis software (e.g., Benchling, SnapGene, Geneious).
• Strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture, cell-based assays and flow cytometry is a plus.

Company Benefits

• Medical
• Paid Sick leave
• 401K