Molecular Biologist Research Technician

Precise Systems, Inc.•Hanover Township, PA

6d•$44,819 - $67,228•Onsite

About The Position

Precise Systems delivers integrated, mission-ready solutions that advance warfighter readiness and strengthen our nation’s most critical defense programs. Through the power of our combined capabilities, we provide deep expertise in Advanced Engineering; Digital Transformation; Electromagnetic Warfare; Interactive Training & Simulation; Physical Sciences Research; Platform Lifecycle Support; and Foreign Military Sales. Unified by decades of trusted performance and expanded through strategic growth, our team applies innovative technologies, engineering rigor, and customer-focused execution to solve complex challenges and accelerate mission success. Guided by our commitment to partnership, precision, and performance, we deliver the scalable solutions and technical excellence our customers depend on—today and into the future. Precise Systems is seeking candidates with at least 2 years of hands-on laboratory experience and the ability to work both independently and in collaboration with other team members. You should be able to plan and execute assigned tasks, organize and analyze data, provide preliminary interpretation of your results, and contribute to writing reports and the design of follow-up experiments.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in a molecular biology or biochemistry laboratory setting.
Proven proficiency in PCR, DNA/RNA extraction and purification, and basic nucleic acid analysis.
Experience in handling and analyzing RNA and DNA samples.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with other research teams
Ability to assist with other duties as assigned
Ability to complete additional training as assigned
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
U.S. Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

Participate in the execution of chemical and biological defense projects involving biochemistry and synthetic biology
Execute molecular biology techniques, including PCR / qPCR, SELEX, DNA/RNA/plasmid extraction and purification, protein expression and purification, and analyses of proteins and nucleic acids
Provide general support for research programs, supporting not only laboratory execution but also analysis of experimental data and support to experimental design
Read and refer to scientific literature to troubleshoot technical issues and identify opportunities to improve experimental designs and strategie
Learn new techniques as a part of research support, including reproducing methods from the scientific literature: a demonstrated track record of continued skill acquisition in the workplace is expected.