Associate Scientist

Proclinical is currently recruiting for an Associate Scientist with a biotechnology company located in Cambridge, MA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform vitro and in vivo screening and characterization of novel engineered AAV capsids and supporting the development of innovative nucleic acid detection assays.
• Nucleic acid extraction from tissue and cell line samples.
• Perform quantitative analysis of RNA and DNA samples
• Design and generate novel constructs by molecular cloning
• Participate in data analysis efforts and accurate application of statistical analysis
• Help organize and maintain lab supplies
• Maintain updated and organized electronic laboratory notebooks, present data to the team, and write study reports

Skills and Requirements:

• A strong background in molecular biology, including molecular cloning, DNA and RNA isolation from tissues and cells, qPCR, reverse transcription, western blotting, etc.
• Ability to execute and analyze in vitro and in vivo experiments with strong scientific rigor and attention to details
• Proficient in data analysis and presentation software such as Excel, Graphpad, and PowerPoint
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Expertise in Illumina-based NGS sample preparation and sequencer operation.
• Skilled in mammalian cell culture and gene transfer techniques, such as transfection and transduction.
• Experience in viral production including AAV and lentivirus preparation
• Expertise in affinity-based nucleic acid recovery

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Nikki Ranieri at 215-531-5288.

ProClinical is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business, providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies.

Proclinical Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.

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