Research Associate

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Job description

**Research Associate I**

Kelly has an immediate opening within a molecular diagnostic company in Sunnyvale, CA. This is a full-time, 6 month, contract position.

**OVERVIEW:**

The Research Associate will be working in the R&D group focusing primarily on qPCR and RT-PCR assay and product development in an FDA-QSR and ISO9001 compliant organization.

**RESPONSIBILITIES:**

+ Preparing buffer reagents to support and optimize qPCR and RT-PCR conditions

+ Handling and dealing with infectious viruses

+ Optimizing sample preparation

+ Contributing to design of experiments (DOE)

+ Handling of clinical samples and helping perform microbiology work of various microorganisms and tissue cultures

+ Use of standard operating procedures (SOPs) or scientific methods to guide work and solve standard problems

**REQUIREMENTS:**

+ Bachelors degree in Life Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, etc.)

+ 1 year of experience within molecular diagnostic/pharmaceutical/or biotech company (can also be public health labs or biomedical research facilities)

**PREFERRED REQUIRMENTS:**

+ Experience with viral and bacterial cultures is a plus

+ Experience in molecular biology techniques including nucleic acid extraction, RT-PCR, BLAST, and DNA sequencing is a plus

+ Ability to work in various laboratory environments, including in a Clean Room & BSL-1/2(+) Lab is a plus

+ Ability to handle blood or other types of bodily fluids is a plus

**SHIFT**

+ M-F, flexibility required for rotational weekend work

+ 6 month long contract position

**You should know:** Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A Kelly recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.

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