What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Scientist, Microbiology position at R&D Partners?
R&D Partners is seeking to hire a Sr. Scientist, Microbiology in Pleasanton, CA.
Your main responsibilities as a Sr. Scientist, Microbiology:
· Designs, plans, executes assigned project activities using established procedures and applying scientific knowledge and accumulated experience to complete projects involving manipulating human cell lines, microorganisms and/or other biological material.
· Act a project lead; effectively interface with multiple stakeholders and/or internal and external clients to establish timelines and deliverables and meet defined project goals.
· May work with other members to meet project deliverables.
· Ensures activities are consistent with project critical path, and responds appropriately to changing priorities.
· Accurately and consistently records experimental methods, materials and results in electronic laboratory notebooks.
What we are looking for in a Sr. Scientist, Microbiology:
· Master’s/Bachelor’s in Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, or Microbiology with 5/7 years relevant industry experience.
· Hands-on work in the laboratory to culture various microorganisms is required.
· Experience culturing within an anaerobic chamber preferred
· Experience performing bacterial enumeration, MPN and identification with MALDI-TOF. Familiarity with microbial taxonomy and identification.
· Experience with ddPCR is a plus.
· Must be able to manually manipulate samples (plating, pipetting, labeling and vialing) on a routine basis.
Why Choose R&D Partners?
As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
- Dental & Vision insurance
- 401k plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long-term disability
- Weekly payroll
- Expense reimbursement
- Online timecard approval
Pay Scale:
$70,345 – $108,912 (Dependent on Experience)
R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.
R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.
Salary : $70,345 - $108,912
