LGC, Biosearch Technologies is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical team player to fulfill the role of Scientist in our Research and Development group in Middleton, WI. The individual will provide technical assistance to the R&D group in the areas of nucleic acid amplification and next generation sequencing. Experience in design and development of quantitative PCR and RT-PCR assays is a plus. The hired individual must have the ability to multi-task while maintaining precise documentation of experiments performed.

 

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

• Amplification (qPCR, RT-qPCR, isothermal amplification, digital PCR)
• Standard molecular biology techniques (DNA extraction/purification, PCR, cloning)
• Standard microbiology techniques (aseptic technique, inoculation, bacterial growth)
• Experience in protein expression and purification is a plus
• Process and record experimental data and results
• Effectively communicate results to members of R&D
• Collaborate with team members in the development of the product portfolio
• Deliver high-quality product development documentation consistent with LGC, Biosearch Technology’s ISO 13485 quality systems
• Contribute to technical teams by meeting defined project objectives in a manner consistent with Biosearch Technology’s product development process under design control

Qualifications

Education, experience and technical skills

• Bachelor's degree in the biological or life sciences with 3+ years of experience in applicable industry (pharma, biotech)--or applicable education and work experience.
• Ability to become adept at the development and implementation of new technologies and technical processes that improve the quality, efficiency, and/or productivity of products and/or laboratory services
• Lab experience in all or some of the defined focus areas (amplification, molecular biology, protein expression/purification and next generation sequencing)
• Excellent quantitative skills and demonstrated application of complex experimental and statistical methods

Essential competencies and behaviors:

• Highly motivated, with the ability to self-manage
• Must be highly accurate and detail-oriented
• Must work collaboratively in a team environment with shared workload
• Must possess superior critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Strong verbal/written and skilled interpersonal communication skills are required
• General computer skills (Microsoft office: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Results-oriented, ensuring targets are met on time and on budget
• Must demonstrate good professional judgement and reliability

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