Description:
Position: Molecular Biology Scientist 2
Contract duration: 1 year
Description:
The departments of BioMolecular Research and Structural Biology, within the Protein Science Organization at Genentech are seeking a highly motivated, innovative and versatile individual with expertise in molecular biology and cell culture to join us as a Scientist 2. The selected individual will be responsible for advancing our nucleic acid construct generation and recombinant protein expression capabilities using state-of-the-art molecular and cell biology tools and techniques. In this collaborative role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with other scientists and group leaders within and outside our department to fulfill protein production needs. This is an on-site role based in South San Francisco, CA.
Job Responsibilities:
● Design and generate DNA constructs using molecular biology tools
● Optimize cloning, construct generation and expression protocols, schedule requests and carry out troubleshooting when necessary
● Use manual or automated protocols to carry out nucleic acid isolation
● Use creative and innovative approaches to support and enable the expression of bothstraightforward and challenging protein targets
● Work with informatics systems to manage requests, upload experimental data, and share results with team members via email and/or presentations
Required qualifications:
● Expertise with latest advances in molecular cloning and DNA sequence analysis techniques
● Desire to learn new techniques, think critically, analyze results and plan experiments
● Strong drive to pilot and implement new approaches and techniques to improve existing cloning and expression processes or implement new ones
● Experience with routine cloning, PCR and nucleic acid isolation techniques
● Demonstrated ability to work independently in a team-oriented setting
● Excellent organizational skills
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
● Applicants with a Master’s degree in the Biological Sciences should have at least 2-3 years of scientific experience and applicants with a PhD degree (Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or Biochemistry) should have at least 1-2 years of relevant experience
Preferred qualifications
● Expertise with automation and high-throughput process development
● Experience with biochemical assays and/or protein expression is highly preferred.
This is the pay range that Magnit reasonably expects to pay for this position: $00.00/hour-$00.00/hour
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K (provided minimum eligibility hours are met)
Magnit has an ongoing commitment to the diversity and inclusion of all team members. We believe that embracing diversity leads to innovation and helps address the needs of the business. We welcome individuals from different backgrounds, experiences, and cultures to join our team. We value this diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment that celebrates these unique perspectives, allowing you to contribute to your full potential. Finally, but most importantly, we expect all team members to be treated with dignity and respect.
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