Senior Scientist, Microbiology

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering firm at the forefront of biotechnology as a Senior Scientist in Microbiology. This role involves leveraging your expertise in microbiological techniques and laboratory testing to drive advancements in diagnostics. You'll be responsible for writing SOPs, implementing procedures, and evaluating new diagnostic tests, all while working in a collaborative environment. With a competitive compensation package and opportunities for permanent placement, this position offers a unique chance to make a significant impact in the biotechnology and medical device industries. If you're ready to advance your career and contribute to groundbreaking research, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Competitive Compensation Package

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in microbiology and molecular biology laboratory work.
• Experience in handling and identifying bacterial species.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and perform complex laboratory testing.
• Drive significant impact to building microbiology core infrastructure.

Skills

Microbiological Techniques

Laboratory Testing

SOP Writing

Molecular Biology

Virology

Education

Masters in Molecular Biology

PhD in Microbiology

Tools

Advanced Laboratory Equipment

Sophisticated Software

Job description

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$50.00/hr - $57.00/hr

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Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a Senior Scientist, Microbiology for a one-year contract opportunity with a leading molecular diagnostics company at their headquarters in Sunnyvale, CA. If you are driven by the prospect of translating cutting-edge scientific discoveries into tangible advancements and are poised to advance your career, join us as we pioneer progress in the biotechnology and medical device industries.

Workplace: Onsite in Sunnyvale, CA

Position Title: Senior Scientist, Microbiology

Position Type: One-year contract

Pay rate: $50-$57 / hour

Overview and Responsibilities

The Senior Scientist, Microbiology is responsible for providing technical expertise and performing highly complex laboratory testing for a range of bacterial, viral, and fungal pathogens. The Senior Scientist will write SOPs, revise, and implement procedures, and evaluate new diagnostic test procedures as necessary. This candidate will drive significant impact to building the microbiology core infrastructure and have exposure to molecular assay development. This position is part of the Research Development department and will be in Sunnyvale, California.

• Work independently to design, plan, implement, and utilize advanced equipment, complex methods, and sophisticated software to detect, isolate, and identify microbial pathogens in a variety of clinical specimens.
• Implement corrective actions, SOP revisions, creation, and maintenance of protocols, and reports in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Perform laboratory tests, procedures, and analyses according to the laboratory's standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

• Masters degree or higher in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Virology, Microbiology, or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in microbiology and molecular biology laboratory work in hospital, academic, or industry job including experience in handling and identifying bacterial species.
• Perform microbiological techniques, including culture, microscopy, and staining.

Preferred

• Experience working as a Virology subject matter expert is a plus.
• Knowledge of Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute procedures and practices.
• Affinity towards instrumentation, automation, robotics, or prototype equipment.

Why Join Us:

• Competitive compensation package and potential for permanent placement following the temporary period.
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of biotechnology innovation in a collaborative and dynamic environment.
• Access to ongoing career development and networking opportunities through Kelly Science & Clinical's expansive network of industry experts and recruiters.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Science and Research

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research, Hospitals and Health Care, and Research Services

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Medical insurance

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