Scientist

Step into a hands-on scientific role where your lab skills will contribute to meaningful advancements in biotechnology. This position offers the opportunity to work on protein expression using baculovirus systems, perform key molecular biology techniques like PCR and Western blotting, and support critical research in a collaborative, fast-paced lab environment.

Ideal for early-career scientists with a background in biology, biochemistry, or a related field, this role allows you to deepen your experience with cell culture, DNA analysis, and aseptic techniques. You'll gain valuable exposure to experimental design, data presentation, and cross-functional teamwork-all while contributing to impactful scientific work.

location: Swiftwater, Pennsylvania
job type: Contract
salary: $52.00 - 54.44 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

• Generate recombinant baculovirus and perform protein expression in insect cell systems using shake flasks
• Maintain insect cell cultures, perform transfection, infection, and harvest viral stocks from suspension cultures
• Sample culture flasks and prepare samples for analytical testing
• Perform molecular biology techniques such as DNA purification, PCR, SDS-PAGE, and Western blotting
• Practice aseptic techniques consistently in all lab procedures
• Wash glassware and upstream process equipment as part of lab maintenance
• Design, conduct, and document experiments, maintaining accurate records in lab notebooks and electronic systems
• Present experimental results in team and departmental meetings
• Support lab organization, reagent inventory tracking, and ordering
• Ensure compliance with SOPs, protocols, and safety standards
• Write and review protocols, technical documents, and reports
• Coordinate data collection and maintain accurate tracking of project information

qualifications:
Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field
• 1-2 years of hands-on laboratory experience (academic or industry), including during school
• Experience with basic lab techniques such as pipetting, cell culture, DNA purification, and PCR
• Familiarity with aseptic techniques and standard lab equipment
• Strong organizational and documentation skills; ability to maintain accurate lab records
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; this position does not offer visa sponsorship

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience with baculovirus protein expression systems and insect cell cultures
• Knowledge or hands-on use of Western blotting (immunoblotting), DNA and protein gels
• Familiarity with SnapGene or similar software for DNA construct design
• Prior experience presenting data in meetings or formal settings
• Local candidates are preferred, but relocation at personal expense will be considered

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skills: Molecular Biology, PCR, SOP, MS-WORD, MS-EXCEL, MS-Powerpoint, Biology, Cell Cultures

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.