Job Description

Akkodis is seeking a Scientist I for a 12+ Months Contract role with one of our Industry Leading Client in Swiftwater PA . The ideal candidate would be from the Pharma/Life Science industry with strong working knowledge of experience with molecular biology, primer design, DNA construct, PCR amp., presenting data, know lab procedures, know how to use basic lab tools.

The Scientist I role is a 12+ Months Contract with a client located in Swiftwater PA . This is an Onsite role.

Pay Range: $45.00 to $55.00/Hour. on W2 (The pay may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors. )

Scientist in Recombinant Working Virus Banks Generation Group

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform routine molecular biology tasks such as primer design, DNA construct design, PCR amplification, cloning, plasmid purification, DNA purification, restriction endonuclease digest, DNA sequencing and analysis, bioinformatics analysis of the sequences from different databases

• Design, analyze and document experiments, maintain proper records electronically and in lab notebooks

• Effectively communicate results in group and department meetings

• Contribute to lab organization, reagent tracking and ordering

• Ensure that work performed is conducted in a safe and compliant manner in adherence with SOPs/SWIs and protocols

• Coordinate data capture and tracking information

• Write and review protocols and reports

• Serve as Molecular Biology SME to tech transfer and manufacturing support

Qualification:

• BS/MS in Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or other relevant disciplines

• 0 -1 years of experience with BS degree working in academic or industry.

• Hands on experience in molecular biology with previous experience in Site Directed Mutagenesis, Gibson assembly, seamless cloning procedures

• Experience with purification of DNA from baculoviruses

• Familiarity with Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism (RFLP) and Femto Pulse experiments is a plus

• Experience in baculovirus protein expression system and insect cell cultures is highly desirable

• Experience with RT-PCR or qPCR experiment design and analysis

• Hands-on experience in DNA sequence analysis, construct design using SnapGene, or similar software is a plus

• Ability to plan and conduct laboratory experiments, evaluate, and interpret data

• Ability to work within team environment and multitasking is a plus

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Detail-oriented and ability to prioritize assignments

• Ability to work with minimum supervision

• Experience in cell culture procedures and associated aseptic techniques is a plus

• Fluent in both written and spoken English

• Strong experience in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point is important.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled:

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Thanks & Regards

Aditya Agnihotri

Sr. Resource Development Manager

Email: aditya.agnihotri@akkodisgroup.com

Direct: +1(610)-472-0979

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