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Clear Labs Research Associate I - R&D in San Carlos, California
As a Research Associate in the R&D group of Clear Labs, you will support the development of assays, reagents and automated methods for our clinical and food safety platforms. You will be part of multidisciplinary teams solving complex problems, troubleshooting experiments and investigating new research areas.
This is a temporary role for a duration of three (3) months, with the possibility of a 3-month extension.
Job Duties
Perform routine microbiology/molecular biology experiments in the laboratory independently with minimal guidance from Associate Scientists, Scientists and Senior Scientists
Keep detailed logs of the experiments and report scientific findings in laboratory notebooks
Prepare SOPs and protocols for making reagent mixes, kits, assay controls and assist in the routine manufacturing of reagent kits
Assist in preparing formal reports, presentations, posters, and manuscripts under the direction of the Principal Investigator
Contribute proactively in data analysis and troubleshooting experimental problems
Read and understand relevant scientific literature
Maintain and clean laboratory and equipment alongside other RAs and interns in a collaborative and proactive environment
Organize daily work schedule to utilize time efficiently
Help generate figures and analyze data
Follow best practices in a molecular laboratory to ensure quality patient results
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in microbiology, molecular biology, biotechnology or other related fields
1-2 years of hands-on experience in a microbiology or molecular biology laboratory
Familiarity with common laboratory techniques and practices
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
A desire to be part of a fast paced dynamic development environment and willingness to be flexible with different work environments and timings
Must be currently authorized to work in the US.
Team player with strong interpersonal skills
“Can do” attitude, resourcefulness to adapt and high energy are desirable attributes
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in bacterial culture, isolation and enumeration
Experience working in a GMP setting
Some level of proficiency in statistics, data analysis and computing
Benefits
Flexible Time Off
On-site lunch stipend 5 days a week
Pay Rate: $21-31 per hour, depending on experience
