Biotechnology Research Scientist

SURVICE Engineering Company•Hyattsville, MD

2d•$70,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

SURVICE Engineering is currently seeking a Biotechnology Research Scientist to support our Aberdeen Research Operation. You will accelerate your career and become an integral team member within the defense community.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences and 1+ years of relevant experience.
Knowledge of synthetic biology or biotechnology or related field
Knowledge of microbiology as applied to non-medical biotechnology defense research
Experience designing and executing synthetic biology or biotechnology experiment in microorganisms.
Understanding of basic molecular techniques

Nice To Haves

Exceptional candidates with less experience will be considered.
Candidates are not required to possess all qualifications; if you possess some of the desired qualifications, please apply.

Responsibilities

Perform culture and maintenance of BSL-1 (Biosafety Level 1) microorganism laboratory cultures, including bacterial, fungal, algal, and protist cultures.
Execute protocols for the genetic engineering and characterization of microorganisms. Plan and execute workflows for DNA extractions, purification, analysis, assembly, chassis/host cell transformation, selection, and phenotype characterization.
Assist in the design and lead execution of experiments within monitoring growth conditions of microbial organisms and determining microbial activity. Experiments may use microscopy, fluorescence analysis via multi-well plate reader, enzymatic/molecular assays, and/or simple programming of control software.
Design and execute biotechnology and synthetic biology experiments in support of the Synthetic Biology Tools branch.
Maintain laboratory equipment/supplies.
Schedule and execute experimental protocols.
Ensure the quality of procedures and data.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies.
Prepare and present presentations and written documents summarizing efforts.