Molecular Biology Scientist

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider offering strategic talent solutions to clients worldwide. This opportunity is with a biotechnology client specializing in laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. The organization generates approximately $40 billion in annual revenue and is committed to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

About the role

The Scientist, Manufacturing Sciences / Molecular Biology Scientist will lead projects focused on the development and improvement of DNA-based diagnostic reagents with minimal supervision. The role manages multiple projects, supports day-to-day laboratory operations, improves manufacturing processes, performs experimental work and data analysis, trains team members, and supports continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prioritize multiple projects and products across functional groups while meeting target deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Drive day-to-day laboratory operations and maintain workflow.
• Improve processes and procedures and develop and implement solutions to moderately complex problems.
• Design, create, and/or perform experimental tasks and complete data analysis using uType, SureTyper, Fusion, or equivalent software.
• Perform Scientist I responsibilities as required.
• Train and provide guidance to current and new Scientist I/II team members on laboratory functions, procedures, analysis, projects, and product builds.
• Operate and train Scientists on SAP, UV spectrophotometers, thermal cyclers, agarose gel electrophoresis, UV image analyzers, genetic analyzers, qPCR instruments, Luminex instruments, high-speed centrifuges, and other laboratory equipment.
• Monitor equipment, machines, tools, and manufacturing process performance.
• Update and maintain SOPs and quality records related to equipment maintenance, testing, analysis, and other relevant data.
• Prepare accurate and timely reports for Scientist III/Management.
• Provide team backup support during supervisor absence when necessary.
• Apply PPI Business System/LEAN concepts and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Apply scientific/technical knowledge and principles related to HLA and relevant software.
• Apply knowledge of regulatory and industry considerations, compliance requirements, and scientific discovery.
• Exercise independent judgment in decision-making and execution of duties.
• Collect, organize, and appropriately document experimental data in laboratory notebooks or other required documentation.
• Use PCs and MS Office for data entry and analysis.
• Plan and organize work schedules and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Communicate effectively with team members and cross-functional departments.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, R&D, Operations, Regulatory/Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Management.
• Escalate high-impact business situations promptly and provide solutions in consultation with the Supervisor.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive laboratory and business information.
• Follow safe laboratory procedures and protocols, including universal precautions when handling blood and blood products.
• Ensure processes and teams adhere to cGMP and GDP requirements.
• Ensure compliance with corporate, site, and regulatory policies, practices, and guidelines.
• Work at laboratory benches, low-temperature freezers, and PC workstations as required.
• Occasionally handle blood samples and blood byproducts.
• Perform some lifting of objects, including laboratory instrumentation weighing up to 35 pounds.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience, professional experience rather than academic/schooling experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience with molecular biology and recombinant DNA techniques including NGS (Next Generation Sequencing).
• Laboratory training and hands-on laboratory experience is required.
• Some project leadership experience with the ability to lead projects.
• Data analysis skills and experience preferred.
• Knowledge of regulatory and industry considerations, compliance requirements, and scientific discovery.
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions and implement written laboratory procedures.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and appropriately document experimental data.
• Proficiency using PCs and MS Office for data entry and analysis.
• Ability to collaborate effectively and build productive cross-functional relationships.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive laboratory and business data.
• Ability to follow safe laboratory procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of and ability to ensure adherence to cGMP and GDP requirements.
• Ability to ensure compliance with corporate, site, and regulatory policies, practices, and guidelines.

Pay

$30 to $36 per hour – flexible depending on experience.

Schedule

12-month temporary assignment, onsite in West Hills, CA 91304.