Scientist I

San Diego, CA, US • Posted 19 hours ago • Updated 7 hours ago
Contract W2
On-site
USD $41.43 - 46.43 per hour
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Skills

  • Research and Development
  • Research
  • DNA
  • RNA
  • Western Blotting
  • ELN
  • Pharmaceutics
  • Science
  • Molecular Biology
  • Assembly
  • Management
  • IVT
  • Assays
  • PCR
  • Communication
  • Attention To Detail
  • Cell Culture
  • Prism
  • MEAN Stack
  • Customer Service
  • Training And Development
  • SAP BASIS

Summary

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Scientist I for a contract assignment with one of our premier Pharmaceutical clients in San Diego, CA.

Responsibilities :
  • Will be a vital contributor to our non-viral cell and gene therapy delivery platform, primarily focused on R&D for innovative nucleic acid payload technologies.
  • Involves evaluating novel mRNA and DNA designs using a range of molecular biology techniques, including plasmid cloning, in vitro validation, and the production of in vitro-transcribed mRNA.
  • To verify successful expression, the scientist will utilize assays such as Western blot, qRT-PCR, and luciferase reporter assays.
  • Design and clone expression vectors and IVT donor plasmids to support research initiatives.
  • Execute DNA and mRNA transfections in mouse and human cell lines.
  • Assess nucleic acid expression through molecular methods like qPCR, reporter assays and Western blotting.
  • Maintenance of detailed electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN) and preparation of summary slides
Required Skills:
  • Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree with 5+ years or a Master's degree with 2+ years of experience in molecular biology, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related field.
  • Molecular Biology: Required proficiency in advanced cloning (Gibson assembly, Golden Gate, site-directed mutagenesis) and IVT.
  • Functional Assays: Hands-on expertise in measuring transgene delivery success via reporter assays and qRT-PCR.
  • Communication: Exceptional oral and written skills with a meticulous attention to detail.
Preferred Skills:
  • Cell Culture: Preferred experience in genetic manipulation of cell lines and primary cells (e.g., T cells, monocytes, hepatocytes).
  • Software/Tools: Desired proficiency in Snapgene, Prism, and MS Office.
SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy
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  • Dice Id: sgainc
  • Position Id: 26-01326
  • Posted 19 hours ago

Company Info

About Software Guidance & Assistance

Founded in 1981, SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider with a national footprint and headquartered in the shadow of Wall Street. We’re a certified women-owned business. We provide contingent staffing, direct placement, and professional and managed services to transform businesses and evolve careers. We’re small enough to tailor our services to each client and big enough to deliver for some of the world’s largest employers. Our professionals are experts in areas such as IT, finance, accounting, risk, and clinical.

SGA provides contingent staffing, direct placement, and professional and managed services nationwide for Fortune 500 companies, mid-size businesses and select startups.

Our core skillsets include all areas of technology – business & data analysis, cyber & network security, database administration, development & architecture, infrastructure, program & project management, quality assurance & testing. We also deliver talent across professional business functions such as finance, accounting, risk, and clinical.

Our Professional & Managed Services team delivers IT projects through onshore, offshore and hybrid delivery models. We develop software products, modernize applications, add features, and integrate and maintain systems. Our scope covers, among others, complex application suites, data management and visualizations, machine learning and mobile applications.

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