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Molecular Biologist - Research Scientist 1

Liquid Handling
SOPS
Best Practices
Laboratory
Protein Purification
Bacterial
Molecular Biology
Fermentation
Sample Preparation
Aseptic Techniques
Aseptic Technique
Description:

Magnit Global is a leading, global professional services and technology company and a certified "Great Place to Work". We have been a leader in contingent workforce management since 1991 and work with leading Fortune 500 companies and other large organizations across numerous verticals including consumer electronics, research and development, pharmaceuticals, health services, and many more!

We're glad to continue a relationship with you and happy to assist in the next steps of your career once more!

This contract opportunity is with Syngenta.

About the Role

Support high-throughput molecular biology and sample-production workflows to enable Trait Discovery projects by executing established laboratory procedures and collaborating with the Lead Production team.

What You'll Do

  • Perform bacterial transformations, plasmid purification, lysate generation, protein purification, and transient sample production.
  • Culture and maintain microbial strains using aseptic techniques.
  • Perform routine quality checks and maintain sample traceability throughout production workflows.
  • Maintain accurate experimental records in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
  • Follow established procedures, safety requirements, and laboratory best practices.
  • Adapt to changing priorities and collaborate effectively across teams.

What You'll Bring

  • Experience with aseptic technique and basic molecular biology workflows.
  • Familiarity with bacterial culture, transformations, plasmid purification, and sample preparation.
  • Experience with protein purification, lysate generation, or transient sample production preferred.
  • Familiarity with automated liquid handling systems and LIMS preferred.
  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and sample traceability.
  • Ability to follow SOPs, manage multiple tasks, and work effectively in a team environment.

Minimum Qualifications

  • BS degree or higher in molecular biology or related field with 1+ years of relevant laboratory experience.

This is the pay range that Magnit reasonably expects to pay for this position: $33.85/hour - $33.85/hour.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

QUALIFICATION/ LICENSURE :
  • Work Authorization : US Citizen
  • Travel Required : No travel required
  • Shift timings: Not specified
Job Location Research Triangle Park, North Carolina (On-Site)
Pay USD 33.85 Per Hour
Contract Duration 25 week(s)