Virology Scientist

Virology Scientist – Rochester, MN

Kelly Scientific is collaborating with a leading company to find a skilled virology and molecular cloning scientist to join their team, which focuses on groundbreaking cell, gene, and virus therapies. You'll have the opportunity to shape the future of medicine. This company excels in innovative solutions for cell, gene, and virus therapies, driven by their core values of driving discovery, realizing big ideas, achieving excellence together, and upholding scientific integrity.

Responsibilities:

• Design and perform in vitro virology experiments with minimal supervision.
• Independently create and clone viral vectors.
• Engineer cell lines by applying genetic editing techniques in mammalian cells using lentiviral vectors, CRISPR, or other advanced platforms.
• Collaborate with team members to advance interdisciplinary scientific projects and standardize new techniques.
• After training, conduct experimental research with minimal supervision while working closely with the scientific team.

Requirements:

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Molecular/Cellular Biology, Virology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• At least two years of laboratory experience with a Master’s degree or four years with a Bachelor’s degree, including a minimum of one year of research experience.
• Proficiency in cloning techniques, PCR, Western Blot, and Elisa.
• Experience with Mammalian cell lines
• Prefer experience in designing and utilizing CRISPR for gene editing.
• Prefer experience with Protein Purification - Chromatography
• Strong skills in planning, organizing, and multitasking to efficiently complete assignments.
• Capability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

Details:

• Direct Hire
• Full Time – Mon-Fri
• Onsite in Rochester, MN
• $65,000 - $73,000/year with additional sign on and Benefits
• Work Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position