Molecular Biologist

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Job description

Kelly ® Science & Clinical is seeking Molecular Biologist professionals who are eager to bring the latest scientific discoveries to life in order to create a brighter, safer and healthier future for all. If you're passionate about shaping the world we live in and ready for a new challenge, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.

The Molecular Biologist will research and study cellular molecules and organelles to understand cell function and organization.

Responsibilities:

• Supervises technical staff and postdoctoral research fellows.
• Directs, coordinates, organizes, and prioritizes biological laboratory activities.
• Instructs undergraduate and graduate students of cellular and molecular biology.
• Provides scientific direction for project teams regarding the evaluation or handling of devices, drugs, or cells for in vitro and in vivo disease models.
• Duties/Responsibilities:
• Designs molecular or cellular laboratory experiments, oversees their execution, and interprets results. Maintains accurate laboratory records and data.
• Conducts research on cell organization and function, including mechanisms of gene expression, cellular bioinformatics, cell signaling, or cell differentiation.
• Performs laboratory procedures following protocols including deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) sequencing, cloning and extraction, ribonucleic acid (RNA) purification, or gel electrophoresis.
• Prepares reports, manuscripts, and presentations.
• Monitors or operates specialized equipment such as gas chromatographs and high-pressure liquid chromatographs, electrophoresis units, thermocyclers, fluorescence activated cell sorters, and phosphor-imagers.
• Develops assays that monitor cell characteristics.
• Coordinates molecular or cellular research activities with scientists specializing in other fields. Evaluates new technologies to enhance or complement current research.
• Develops guidelines for procedures such as the management of viruses.
• Verifies that financial, physical, and human resources assigned to research or development projects are used as planned.

Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field required. Master's degree preferred.
• Five years of related experience required.
• General knowledge of biology and scientific research methods.
• Strong critical thinking and evaluative skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage research projects.
• Experience with CRISPR/experience with transfection and transduction.

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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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