What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Scientist position at LanceSoft?
Title : Research Scientist II
Location : West Point, PA
Contract Duration : 12 Months with possibility of extension.
Pay Range : $40.00 - $53.00 USD hourly on W2.
Job Description :
The successful candidate will utilize their expertise in cell and molecular biology to characterize new antiviral drug targets.
Candidates should demonstrate flexibility in daily routines, a strong drive for scientific exploration, and a willingness to learn.
Key scientific techniques in this role will include, but are not limited to; mammalian cell culture, microscopy, high-content imaging, cell-based assays, nucleic acid / protein extraction, and RT-PCR; protein biochemistry may be included.
Experience with Virology, Western Blot, and ELISA preferred but not required.
Qualifications : Education :
Minimum required : B.Sc. in Biochemistry or Biological Sciences with a minimum of 6 years of hands-on laboratory experience.
Preferred : M.Sc. / Ph.D. in related fields with at least 4 years of hands-on laboratory experience.
Proficiency in cell and molecular biology techniques, including tissue culture, microscopy, cloning, Taqman assays, RT-PCR, CRISPR-Cas9, and siRNA.
Proficiency in designing and optimizing cell-based assays to assess small molecules efficacy, potency, and toxicity.
Experience in protein biochemistry, assay development (HTRF, ELISA, or other plate-based biochemical assays); familiarity with Octet or Biacore systems is a plus.
Skills in nucleic acid analysis and design software
Experience with PCR primer design and sequence analysis is desirable.
Prior exposure to virology experience is a desirable asset.
Experience in a Biosafety Level II (BSL-II) laboratory environment.
Strong writing and presentation skills.
Strong analytical skills, detail-oriented, and excellent at record-keeping and laboratory notebook maintenance.
Critical thinking skills, including the ability to evaluate results and troubleshoot issues effectively.
Software :
Competency in data analysis tools, particularly Excel and Prism; experience with Geneious Prime or similar software is advantageous.
Personality :
Curious and enthusiastic
Self-motivated and independent
Focused and has effective communication and presentation skills
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