JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Associate Scientist I
Location: South Plainfield
Shift: M-F 9am-5pm

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Carry out molecular biology experiments in a regulated laboratory environment
• Carry out sample receiving and help maintain sample storage.
• Perform nucleic acid extractions from a variety of sample types including cell pellets, virus, and stool in a Biosafety Level 2 lab.
• Perform PCR, qPCR, and dPCR
• Perform DNA purification and prepare Sanger sequencing reactions
• Maintain accurate documentation and records (wet bench process).
• Work with team leaders and co-workers to ensure the turnaround time meets customer needs.
• Assist with simple troubleshooting efforts.
• Prepare buffers and related solutions.
• Routine maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Help maintain cleanliness of lab.
• Maintain inventory by ordering and organizing supplies and reagents.
• Carry out the implementation of standard protocols, practices, procedure and techniques for effective and safe operations of the laboratory.
• Additional tasks as needed.