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Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Research Associate for a CONTRACT assignment with one of our premier Pharmaceutical Services clients in Dixon, CA. Responsibilities :
- Assist in the discovery of groundbreaking therapeutics by supporting the primary research of several hundred internal customers.
- Processing samples in the laboratory (both manually and via laboratory robotics), analyzing and performing quality control of genetic data, and helping to evaluate and implement new technologies.
- Bachelor's degree preferably in Life Sciences or engineering, with one to two years' job experience in an academic or industrial research laboratory (university and class experience does not qualify)
- Basic understanding of PCR, quantitative/real-time PCR (TaqMan; 5' nuclease assay), and other nucleic acid amplification and detection techniques. You should demonstrate the ability to create basic PCR and qPCR assays.
- High attention to detail
- Communicate effectively
- A more qualified candidate would also have functional knowledge regarding routine mammalian genetic constructs used in genome engineering, such as conditional knock-out models employing the Cre-Lox system.
- Should have a learning mindset, be able to work in a fluid and diverse environment and possess a strong desire to participate in research support efforts while feeling comfortable working primarily in a laboratory setting.
Vacancy expired!