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Job Title: R&D Laboratory Scientist – Molecular Biology
Location: Austin, Texas
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role:
We’re seeking a highly motivated R&D Laboratory Scientist to join our team and contribute to product development and analytical validation workflows. This role focuses on nucleic acid purification and molecular biology techniques using automated technologies and cutting-edge instrumentation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute design verification and validation test methods for kits, reagents, instruments, and workflows.
- Extract nucleic acids from plasma, cell culture media, and FFPE samples using automated platforms.
- Design and modify experimental procedures with minimal guidance.
- Analyze and interpret experimental data; present findings in structured sessions (10–30 minutes).
- Maintain detailed lab notebooks and prepare regular reports.
- Read and reproduce scientific literature to support experimental design.
- Ensure compliance with lab safety and regulatory protocols.
Required Skills & Expertise:
- 3–5 years of laboratory experience
- Strong foundation in molecular biology, PCR, and nucleic acid purification.
- Proficient in operating standard lab equipment (centrifuges, PCR/qPCR, plate readers, Bioanalyzer).
- Familiarity with Thermo Fisher and Applied Biosystems instruments (Kingfisher, Quantstudio, Ion Torrent, Nanodrop, Qubit).
- Experience with NGS workflows and regulated lab environments is a plus.
- Knowledge of statistical analysis, DOE, Six Sigma, and IVD development.
- Comfortable working in BSL2 lab settings; mammalian cell culture experience is a bonus.
Education:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
Ready to make an impact in molecular diagnostics? Apply today and join a team driving innovation in life sciences.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $35.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $33 - $35
