Investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods and techniques to generate reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner. Read and adapt scientific literature to accomplish assignments and demonstrate broad and versatile technical expertise within discipline.

Responsibilities

• Independently design and conduct critical experiments that further project goals.
• Implement and may innovate new experimental protocols/techniques.
• Understand the goal and maintain a high proficiency in his/her projects as well as the overall program.
• Interpret results and draw conclusions from own multistage experiments, note significant deviations, then suggest, design, and pursue relevant experiments.
• Understand relevant scientific literature and apply theoretical framework to solving problems within scientific discipline in a timely manner.
• Perform routine and complex tasks competently and independently and generate reliable and consistent results.
• Impact projects mostly through lab and/or pilot plant based activities.
• Responsible for compliance with all applicable Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of experience, or Master’s Degree with 2+ years of experience in scientific discipline, preferably in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology and Biosciences.
• Experience with DNA/RNA extraction, PCR and gel electrophoresis.
• Proven skills to design, execute and interpret experiments and to determine next steps based on outcomes.
• Strong interest in learning new molecular biology assays.
•  Attention to details, careful record-keeping, strong time management skills with executing multi-step experiments.
• Strong interest in working in a highly collaborative environment
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task across projects while keeping deliverables within timelines · Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with NGS techniques is highly desirable.
• Experience with sequencing platforms such as Illumina MiSeq/NextSeq or Oxford Nanopore is a plus.
• Experience of working with viruses is a plus.
• Knowledge of bioinformatics tools is preferred.
• Experience with laboratory liquid handling automation is a plus