US-CA-San Diego: Research Associate in biotech

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Date: 31-Mar-2009

Research Associate

In this position, you will:

# Be responsible for routine clinical sample handling and processing, as well as plan and execute validation and verification studies # Serve as assay development specialist and a resource within the company # Perform experimental setups requiring DOEs (Design of Experiment) and data analysis requiring computational capabilities using appropriate statistic software # Analyze, report and present study data in team meetings # Achieves objectives as set forth by supervisor and /or project timeline # Analyze data and prepare technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analysis and ensure experiments are well documented # Report and present study data in team meetings # Maintain familiarity with current scientific literature

Requirements: The Successful Candidate will have: # B.S. in Molecular Biology/Biochemistry, or closely related field, with minimum of 1 year of full time laboratory experience. Experience in DNA/RNA extraction for clinical diagnostics applications is a plus # Knowledge of human nucleic acid extraction, amplification and detection technologies and hands-on experience of at least one of these technologies # Knowledge in DOE and statistical data analysis tools like Excel, JMP or other statistics software # Detail oriented analytical and good troubleshooting capabilities # Proficiency in organization, documentation, and communication # A team player, willing to help/support others to ensure the success of projects # Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office software

Minimum Experience (yrs): 1+ Required Education: Bachelors Degree

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