Biologist

Job Title: Biologist

Duration: 12 months

Location/Site: Lake County, IL - 100% onsite

ONSITE

~ 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Monday-Friday (some flexibility to start and end times)

What are the top 5 skills/requirements this person is MUST have?

* qPCR analysis including nucleic acid extraction on multiple platforms/sample types

* Lab work experience

* Precise and accurate pipetting skills- maintaining a sterile environment to prevent DNA contamination and eliminate cross contamination between samples and must be able to accurately utilize a pipette using small volumes.

* Required Skill 3: Demonstrate good general laboratory and sterile technique.

* Required Skill 4: Good documentation practices

* Required Skill 5: Able to work independently and with other team members

Other notable details from the hiring manager about this role: Attention to

detail and asking questions when something is unclear is expected.

Willingness to be trained on new procedures with aim to perform the new

task independently error-free.

Education:

Bachelors Degree in general biology or other related field, with a focus in molecular biology.

5 years of molecular biology laboratory experience preferred.