Job description:
Seek Labs is currently seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant/Associate I to join the company in a full-time capacity. Successful candidates will work in the laboratory under the direction of a Research Scientist and assist in the development of a novel point-of-care diagnostic system. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing company on the leading edge of diagnostic testing. Opportunities abound to develop and expand your skills in molecular biology, chemistry, and engineering.
Responsibilities:
· Provides general laboratory support by preparing solutions and materials for experimental work, including working with handling hazardous chemicals and pathogenic virus/bacteria.
· Performs nucleic acid extractions, amplification, and detection using various equipment and techniques.
· Performs lab duties and experiments in an organized and detail-orientated manner.
· Maintaining a clean laboratory environment as well as performing common laboratory aseptic techniques.
· Analyzes data, performs basic statistics, prepares technical reports as well as summarize and present data collected.
· Provides recommendations to leadership for review and consideration.
· May perform other technical duties as required in support of activities required by both technical and business leadership.
· Conducts activities in a safe and healthy manner and works in accordance with established HS&E requirements to ensure the protection of employees, the public, and the environment.
Minimum Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in a biological scientific discipline.
· 0-2 years of laboratory experience (undergrad research experience may qualify).
· Strong work ethic, with the ability to take initiative and work independently as needed.
· Organized, detail orientated, and the ability to learn quickly.
· Excellent writing and communications skills.
Preferred:
· Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology.
· Laboratory experience working with biochemistry or molecular biology processes.
· Statistical and analytical skills.
· Excellent time management skills.
· Ability to work under pressure.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $46,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- Research laboratory: 1 year (Preferred)
- Nucleic Acid Extraction: 1 year (Preferred)
- PCR: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Salt Lake City, UT 84103: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person