Thermo Fisher Scientific R&D Molecular Biology Job – Apply Online
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $25 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies or increasing productivity in their laboratories, we are here to support them.
Job Title: R&D Molecular Biology
Location West Hills, California, US
Job ID: 201090BR
Eligibility Criteria
- B.S. in the Biological Sciences, M.S. degree in Molecular Biology preferred
- At least 2 years of laboratory experience post-graduation in an industrial environment
- Possess a clear understanding and have related experience in basic molecular biology techniques
- Experience with polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Be adaptable and flexible with changes to the working environment and still deliver high-quality results
- Self-motivated with a genuine desire to learn and develop your skills
- A team player who is open to feedback and works well within a larger group
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of SSP and SSO platforms
- Understanding of DNA sequencing
- Familiarity with DNA sequences and ability to design primers
- Possess a good understanding of Real-time Quantitative PCR with SYBR Green or
- Taqman probes
How will you make an impact?
Under the One Lambda brand name, TDX develops and distributes a comprehensive line of typing and antibody detection products, laboratory instrumentation, and computer software that are used in the field of transplantation to simplify and automate testing procedures and final test evaluations.
As a member of the Molecular Biology R&D team, you will be responsible for understanding and performing daily testing of reagents and data analysis for research, development, improvement, and troubleshooting of HLA gene typing products or related projects. You will need to be self-motivated and handle independent tasks with the understanding of how those tasks tie into the bigger picture.
What will you do?
- Perform laboratory bench work with a focus on daily testing of reagents for development, improvement, and troubleshooting of HLA gene typing products
- Assist in maintaining and updating all required SOP’s and quality records of equipment maintenance, tests, analyses, and other relevant data
- Work with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results
- Be responsible and accountable for a safe work environment including proper training in laboratory safety procedures, maintenance and stocking of proper safety equipment and supplies
- Assist with managing and maintaining required reagents (reference samples, assay buffers, and labeling reagents, etc.), laboratory environment and equipment needed to carry out projects
- Perform and prioritize daily assignments approved by Supervisor or Research Manager to ensure timely completion of tasks and projects
- Compile, analyze data, and compose reports as required
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