Scientist I (Research Technician) - US Tech Solutions : Job Details

Duration: 06 Months Contract (possible extension-performance based)

Employment Type: W-2

Key Responsibilities:

A research technician position is available at Genomic Research Center (GRC) . We are looking for a highly motivated research technician to work independently and in collaboration with other scientists in projects involving human induced pluripotent stem cells reprogramming, cell differentiation, CRISPR editing, and high throughput functional screenings. The successful candidate will be involved in critically timed experiments and long differentiation protocols that require daily attention. The applicant is expected to:

a. Conduct routine wet lab experimental protocols and procedures.

b. Maintain cultured stem cells and stem cell-derived cells

c. Keep an accurate record of experimental setup, SOP protocols, and data quality control notes.

d. Maintain efficient and continuous communication with team members and managers.

e. Support team members with basic routine cell culture procedures including media preparation and reagents aliquoting.

Required Skills:

1: Significant cell culture expertise: maintenance, freezing, thawing, and passaging.

2: Having experience in stem reprogramming, maintenance and differentiation is highly preferred.

3: Biochemistry such as: Western blot, Immunofluorescence, flow cytometry

4: Molecular biology such as: RNA extraction, cDNA synthesis, RT-QPCR

Preferred Skills:

Education:

BS degree or master's degree in biological sciences, molecular biology, neuroscience, or biochemistry and significant 2-3 years tissue culture experience are a must. (Or a master's degree with at least one year of experience). The applicant should already be trained in proper wet lab procedures and should be familiar with using basic lab equipment. Having strong communication, organizational and documentation skills is a must.

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.

US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Recruiter Details:

Name: Jyoti

Email: [email protected]

Internal Id: 25-45347