Senior Molecular Biology Researcher

Cherokee Federal; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

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401K

Other benefits

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Researcher III to support advanced genetic and molecular biology research in Gainesville, Florida. This full-time, on-site role conducts molecular procedures, maintains lab operations, supports data management, and assists with field activities as needed.

Responsibilities include DNA/RNA work, PCR/qPCR, gel electrophoresis, and cell culture. A Master's in biology or related field with 5+ years in a lab is required, along with strong data management and reporting

Qualifications

• Master's degree in biology or a related field is required.
• At least five years of relevant lab experience in a research setting.
• Experience with molecular biology methods and SOP-driven work processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced molecular biology research following SOPs.
• Extract, purify, quantify DNA/RNA from samples and assess quality.
• Perform PCR, qPCR, gel electrophoresis and related procedures.
• Maintain cell cultures/cell lines and manage related data.
• Design/optimize primers and assays; troubleshoot protocols.
• Prepare reagents and maintain safety and documentation standards.
• Train staff on procedures and ensure equipment uptime.
• Manage notebooks, data sheets, and research records.
• Coordinate fieldwork logistics and sample shipment as needed.
• Submit progress reports on a monthly basis.

Skills

DNA/RNA extraction

PCR/qPCR

Gel electrophoresis

Cell culture

Primer design

Data management

Education

Master's degree in biology/molecular biology

Job description

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Researcher III to support advanced genetic and molecular biology research in Gainesville, Florida. This full-time, on-site role conducts molecular procedures, maintains lab operations, supports data management, and assists with field activities as needed.

Responsibilities include DNA/RNA work, PCR/qPCR, gel electrophoresis, and cell culture. A Master's in biology or related field with 5+ years in a lab is required, along with strong data management and reporting