Assistant Scientist- 3rd Shift

Assistant Scientist - Biochemist, Microbiologist, Biologist

Our laboratory, located in Gaithersburg, Maryland is looking for an entry level Assistant Scientist. This staff member will receive vital experience with research, sample preparation/tracking data, while gaining a thorough understanding of relevant federal regulations, QA/Safety/SOPs, and instrumentation.

Qualifications:

• B.S. or B.A. in Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry.
• Knowledge and/or experience in a laboratory environment, basic laboratory and analytical skills, and a solid scientific educational background with laboratory coursework.
• DNA extraction, PCR and immunoassay experience
• PC skills and ability to learn new software and systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with technical staff at all levels in a team-based environment.
• Ability to work independently.
• Detail oriented.
• This will be a 5 day/8 hour 3 rd shift position (8pm-5am) Tuesday-Saturday, 10% shift differential. Subject to change depending on client’s needs.
• Additional weekend and holiday work may be required.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. In order to meet the government security investigation requirements, U.S. citizenship is a prerequisite .

Performs processing and analysis of environmental samples for the presence of potential biological threat agents. Assists with sample in-processing, DNA preparation, immunoassay and PCR analysis, data entry into laboratory information management system and sample management system, and general laboratory housekeeping duties.

Environmental sample processing and analysis including:

Robotic DNA extraction using the KingFisher Flex system

Immunoassay via the Luminex MAGPIX system

qPCR using the Life Technologies QS5 system

Molecular Biology

DNA, RNA, and protein purification and quantification, gel electrophoresis, molecular cloning, site-directed mutagenesis, and recombinant protein expression.