RESEARCH SCIENTIST - SCIENTIST - Bioinformatics Scientist

Who We Are:

We are a growing multi-disciplinary team of motivated engineers and scientists dedicated to solving our clients' technical challenges.

Objectives of this Role:

• Work in a project-based environment, performing research and other tasking for multiple clients.
• Contribute to project-based research and development efforts within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Perform laboratory tasks at the bench for project work and routine maintenance.
• Regularly communicate with professional staff and project management about status and technical topics related to projects, methods, and laboratory procedures.
• Write proposals, test plans, procedures, and reports.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Perform analysis of biological data sets such as next-generation sequencing.
• Perform biological laboratory practices such as pipetting, serial dilution, DNA extractions, library preparation, aseptic technique, proper PPE, and microbial media and chemical solution preparation.
• Work independently to perform data analysis, laboratory tasks, tests, experiments, and literature reviews.
• Work in a team environment and participate in scientific and project discussions.
• Execute tasking on multiple concurrent projects in an organized and timely manner.
• Practice safety on the job and in the laboratory at all times.

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelors degree in Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Synthetic Biology, Chemistry or related degree field with relevant work experience.
• 0 years: In-person, hands-on, biology laboratory experience, to include student or professional research in a relevant scientific field.
• Strong background/interest in molecular biology, synthetic biology, and working with DNA.
• Excellent communication skills and independent work style.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements:

Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.

Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas

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An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.