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Purpose of the Position: Responsible for research and/or development of molecular diagnostic test kits, reagents and procedures in a team environment. Performs experiments independently after receiving general direction from supervisor. Makes detailed observations, analyzes data and interprets results. Prepares technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses. Maintains and develops skills in molecular biology and company technology through reading of internal reports and scientific literature.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):
- Performs experiments related to PCR amplification of target sequences; including experimental design, set-up, data collection and analysis.
- Performs experiments related to eSensor® chip detection and measurement of nucleic acid targets; including experimental design, set-up, data collection and analysis.
- General molecular biology tasks, including DNA quantification, analysis by gel electrophoresis, cloning, etc.
- Preparation of documents, including data summaries, reports, SOPs and procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Analytical - Collects and researches data. Synthesizes complex or diverse information. Uses intuition and experience to complement data. Designs work flows and procedures.
- Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Develops alternative solutions. Works well in group problem solving situations.
- Oral Communication – Listens and gets clarification. Responds well to questions.
- Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit.
- Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively. Edits work for spelling and grammar. Varies writing style to meet needs. Able to read and interpret written information. Presents numerical data effectively.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures. Supports organization's goals and values.
- Adaptability - Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Manages competing demands.
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
- Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Includes appropriate people in decision-making process.
- Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Sets goals and objectives. Develops realistic action plans.
- Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions.
- Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Monitors own work to ensure quality. Applies feedback to improve performance.
- Quantity – Meets productivity standards. Completes work in a timely manner. Strives to increase productivity.
- Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures. Reports potentially unsafe conditions. Uses equipment and materials properly
Education and Experience: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Master of Science (M.S.) degree in chemistry, biology, molecular biology or a related field or equivalent, with a minimum of 5 to 8 years experience with a Bachelors or 2 to 5 years with a Masters and demonstrated working knowledge of scientific principles.
Language Skills: Must be proficient in writing, and communicating in the English language.
Mathematical Skills: Must be consistent with claimed level of education. Knowledge of and practical experience with statistics is desirable.
Reasoning Ability: Good problem solving, judgment and decision making skill are required.
Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: None needed
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work entails regularly performing tasks while working at a computer, desk, laboratory bench or automated machine. Work may involve occasional climbing or balance. Work entails occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds. Work occasionally requires travel between buildings. This is typically completed by foot or by car.
The employee’s sensory modalities (vision, hearing, smell) and physical capabilities (ambulation without mechanical assistance, strength, coordination, dexterity, range of motion) must be sufficient to independently perform duties/functions of the position.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position will involve a combination of office and biotechnology laboratory environments. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to hazardous chemicals, blood Bourne pathogens, automated equipment, and high levels of noise and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. |
