What are the responsibilities and job description for the Molecular Biology Scientist position at pfizer?
Molecular Biology Scientist
Summary:
Pfizer's Translational Sciences Group, Translational Pathology Lab in La Jolla, California, is seeking a Scientist (non-PhD) to join the Molecular Biology group. As part of our team, the candidate will support and advance our clinical and pre-clinical drug programs. The candidate will provide scientific and technical support and work closely with their manager and team members to generate decision-enabling data for novel drug combination strategies and mechanisms of action. An ideal candidate will have a strong background in molecular biology and demonstrate experience with 10X Genomics Spatial Transcriptomics platforms. They will use a variety of techniques including RNA extraction, library generation and image capturing.
Responsibilities:
- Support 10X Genomics spatial transcriptomic workflows
- Perform sample and library preparation, initial data QC and first pass analysis of results
- Maintain accurate documentation of experiments, protocols, and results
- Support inventory and maintenance
Qualifications:
- BS/MS in molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, or a related field and 3 years of full-time, hands-on molecular biology experience in an academic or industrial setting
- Proficient in standard molecular biology techniques such as sample preparation, nucleic acid amplification and purification (RNA/DNA), and qPCR
- Experience performing complex multi-step experiments with detailed and diligent attention to planning, organization, hands-on technique, and record keeping
- Knowledge of QC metrics, interpretation, and demonstrated use of approaches for assessing the quality of samples and libraries for bulkRNA and spatial profiling
- Hands-on 10X Genomics spatial transcriptomics experience
- Excellent organization skills and ability to organize and prioritize work to meet timelines and deliverables
- Detail oriented and a strong multitasker
- Preference for candidates with experience in tissue processing and handling
Location:
- This is a fully onsite role in La Jolla, CA
Please note contractors are engaged to provide services to Pfizer on a temporary basis in connection with a specific assignment. Contractors are hired and employed through Atrium, our third-party payrolling partner.
This job posting is for a temporary role as an employee of Atrium on assignment at Pfizer. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of Atrium; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by Atrium upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements.
