Associate

Payrate: $20.00 - $22.00/hr.


Summary:
The Associate will support Discovery Protein Science by carrying out established molecular-biology, cloning, DNA-production, and sequencing workflows in a collaborative laboratory environment. The role will help project teams produce high-quality DNA reagents, including plasmid DNA, linear expression cassettes (LECs), and sequence-verified constructs. The individual will follow established procedures, maintain accurate records in internal systems, and contribute to routine laboratory operations under appropriate guidance.


Key Responsibilities:

• Execute DNA-production workflows, including Maxipreps, Gigapreps, and 96-well plasmid DNA minipreps using automation equipment.
• Quantify DNA using 96-well instrumentation, such as NanoDrop and Lunatic.
• Perform PCR to generate LECs for cell-free expression and other project-supported workflows.
• Conduct molecular-cloning activities, including ligation, transformation, colony picking, minipreps, and work with multiple E. coli strains.
• Support high-throughput sequencing workflows, including initial sequencing and sublot sequence reverification.
• Document experimental procedures, observations, and results accurately in internal LIMS and electronic laboratory systems.
• Maintain laboratory readiness through media preparation, reagent and consumable inventory management, kit and restriction-enzyme tracking, and liquid-nitrogen tank refilling.
• Collaborate with scientists and cross-functional partners to meet project timelines and shifting research priorities.
• Follow all applicable laboratory safety, sterile-technique, and operational-compliance requirements.

Basic Qualifications:

• An associate or bachelor's degree in biology, biotechnology, chemistry, or a related scientific discipline is preferred.
• Up to two years of laboratory, academic laboratory, internship, or related technical experience; relevant coursework or training may be considered.
• Careful attention to detail and ability to follow written laboratory procedures accurately and consistently.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in plasmid preparation, PCR, bacterial transformation, or related molecular-biology workflows.
• Familiarity with liquid-handling automation equipment, such as Viaflow, Hamilton, or comparable systems.
• Exposure to laboratory-information-management systems or electronic laboratory notebooks is a plus.
• Awareness of sequencing workflows and sequence-verification concepts is a plus.
• Experience or interest in supporting laboratory inventory, reagent preparation, and routine equipment upkeep.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills in a fast-paced research environment.

Top 3 Must-Have Skill Sets:

• Foundational Molecular Biology Skills:

• Basic laboratory training or experience with PCR, DNA purification, plasmid preparation, or molecular cloning.
• Willingness to learn bacterial transformation, colony picking, and miniprep processes using established procedures.

• Accurate Laboratory Execution:

• Ability to perform routine DNA-preparation and DNA-quantification tasks accurately after training.
• Comfort using pipettes and basic laboratory equipment; experience with multichannel pipettes or automated tools is a plus.
• Ability to support sequencing submission and sample-tracking activities after training.

• Attention to Detail and Teamwork:

• Ability to maintain accurate records and enter information into internal laboratory systems after training.
• Ability to follow protocols, manage assigned tasks, and ask for guidance or escalate issues when needed.
• Collaborative communication with scientists, operations staff, and team members.

Pay Transparency: The typical base pay for this role across the U.S. is: $20.00 - $22.00 /hr . Non-exempt positions are eligible for overtime at a rate of 1.5 times the base hourly rate for all hours worked in excess of 40 in a work week, or as required by state or local law. Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education and experience. Full-time employees are eligible to select from different benefits packages. Packages may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, health savings accounts with qualified medical plan enrollment, 10 paid days off, 3 days paid bereavement leave, 401(k) plan participation with employer match, life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, dependent care flexible spending account, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, accommodations and reimbursement for work travel, and discretionary performance or recognition bonus. Sick leave and mobile phone reimbursement provided based on state or local law.


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