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Assay Development Scientist I

Pleasanton, CA, US • Posted 18 hours ago • Updated 18 hours ago

Contract Independent

Contract W2

12 Months

On-site

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Scientist
Assay

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Greetings from IT Engagements!

IT Engagements is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide-range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. We have an immediate opening for the below position with one of our premium clients.

Job Description

Job Title: Assay Development Scientist I
Location: Pleasanton, CA (Onsite)

Interview: 1. Phone 2. in-person / virtual

Duration: 1 year

Min years: 0-5 years

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field

Soft skills:

Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills with a meticulous attention to detail, effective communication and interpersonal skills to work across a multitude of functional areas, good organizational skills, self-motivated and able to manage time effectively to meet project timelines, can work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced timeline driven environment

Hard skills:

Expertise in DNA/RNA isolation, proficiency in PCR, qPCR, and digital PCR applications preferred, strong proficiency in data analysis using statistical tools (e.g. JMP)

Job description:

Experimentation Under close supervision, conducts lab experiments following safety guidelines.
Work from and understand protocols provided.
Appropriately documents experimental details in eLN and follows RMD guidance documents for ensuring data integrity.
May provide experiment details and conclusions for design history files.
May troubleshoot issues related to experiments.
Execute activities within the assigned timeframe.

Data Analysis: Is capable of analyzing experimental data using basic skills and existing templates created for the purpose. Is able to follow protocols for data analysis with supervision.
Communication: (written and verbal) Communicates results to supervisor in a timely manner. Uses basic technical writing skills to write lab reports in eLN and DHFs (e.g., protocols and reports). May present findings at group meetings Ability to receive and provide feedback.
Professional Interactions: May establish professional relationships, as appropriate. May participate in active collaboration within Development. Accountable and responsible for creating and maintaining a culture of respectful and professional interactions among the entire team.
Laboratory Management: Participates in routine lab maintenance, lab safety, ISO, and QSR implementation. May track laboratory inventory (e.g., equipment, supplies, specimens, raw materials, reagents). Technical Understanding: Has basic understanding of molecular/microbiology and biochemical concepts (e.g., PCR, sterile technique, calculations). Familiar with assay and platform.
People Management (Line): Not responsible for direct management of staff
Project Management: Be aware of project timelines and actively contribute towards the completion of project goals.

Thanks

Divya

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Dice Id: 91119149
Position Id: 2026-2279
Posted 18 hours ago

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