Biologist - molecular biology

Company: Kelly Services
Location: Rutland
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

Direct experience with cell culture, molecular biology, and assays such as ELISA, FACS, IP, Western Blot, cell-based assays.--The successful candidate will make use of problem solving, critical thinking, and effective written and oral presentation skills in a highly matrixed team environment. Candidates must have meticulous work habits and excellent record keeping and organizational skills. Independently generate precise, reliable, and reproducible data in a timely manner. Demonstrate experimental precision and strong data interpretation skills and should possess understanding of core discipline.--Key Responsibilities:

• Design workflow, procedures, and experiments in consultation with supervisor.
• Characterize antibodies by cell-based assays, ELISA, IP, Co-IP, Western Blot, and FACS.
• Maintain cell cultures including cell lines and primary cells.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of research and project activity in electronic notebook
• Perform routine tasks competently and independently and generate reliable and consistent results.
• Analyze and critique results, noting significant deviations.
• Learn and understand new experimental techniques.
• Demonstrate skill in multiple techniques and appropriately modify protocols, as required, to suit the changing needs of research or development sciences.
• Impact projects predominantly through lab-based activities.
• Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, controlled drug and radioactive compounds, GxP compliance, and animal care where applicable.--Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD's Degree with typically 3-5+ (BS) or 1-2+ (MS), or 0-1+ years' of experience
  • Theoretical and practical knowledge to carry out job function
  • Experienced in mammalian cell culture, cell-based assays such as reporter gene, immunocytochemistry and flow cytometry, and biochemical assays such as ELISA, immunoprecipitation, and Western Blotting.
  • Experience in protein purification.
  • Strong communication and organization skills, especially the ability to work across multiple scientific disciplines and functions
  • Ability to perform productively and efficiently within a dynamic work environment.
  • Knowledge and experience in biologics drug discovery is a plus.Why Kelly--?Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire talented people just like you. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills and interests-it's the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background/education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get you noticed.About Kelly--At Kelly, we're always thinking about what's next and advising job seekers on new ways of working to reach their full potential. In fact, we're a leading advocate for temporary/nontraditional workstyles, because we believe they allow flexibility and tremendous growth opportunities that enable a better way to work and live. Connecting great people with great companies is what we do best, and our employment opportunities span a wide variety of workstyles, skill levels, and industries around the world. Kelly is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce, including, but not limited to, minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, sexual orientation, gender identity. Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.]]

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