Scientist 2 - Randstad USA

job summary:

As the largest staffing and recruitment agency in the world, we can commit to finding you the perfect role that gives you the opportunity to learn and grow in the life sciences arena. Utilizing a recruiter for your job search gives you access to a large network of top employers as well as detailed information about hundreds of positions. We supply prestigious life sciences and biopharma companies with job seekers like you to achieve their business goals. If you're looking for a position where you can serve as an asset to your company while making a difference in others' lives, we have the ideal position for you!

 
location: San Diego, California
job type: Contract
salary: $35.50 - 44.25 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
 
responsibilities:

• Designs and performs experiments of varying complexity and across a broad array of techniques, foresees issues and works to overcome obstacles to completing tasks or assignments, conceives of new ways to analyze the data and present it
• Makes detailed technical observations and documents them in laboratory notebooks and confluence pages, etc.
• Plans, conducts, summarizes, reports consistent conclusions, and generates recommendations for follow up experiments and may suggest alternate strategies
• Takes responsibility delivering consistency and quality of data collection, establishes criteria and / or work procedures to achieve a high level of quality and productivity
• Listed responsibilities are an essential, but not exhaustive list, of the usual duties associated with the position. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs.

 
qualifications:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience.
• Able to readily apply experiential knowledge to develop new or adapt existing technology and processes; mastering some relevant area
• Highly proficient, productive, and effective in the lab
• Direct experience with execution of NGS library prep assays and workflows are highly preferred
• Ability to design complex experiments containing appropriate controls to anticipate potential problems; able to troubleshoot issues
• Able to draw sound conclusions from complex experiment data sets
• Strong knowledge of a breadth of standard methods used in the department
• Strong ability to collaborate across multiple disciplines with team members and internal customers
• Communicate effectively in various environments with different stakeholders; tailoring communications and presentations as necessary
• All listed requirements are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.

 
skills: Analytical Chemistry, Assay Development, Assay Method, Assay Verification, Chemistry, GLP (Good Laboratory Practice), GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.


Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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