**Molecular Scientist** Laboratory Houston, TX, US Pay Rate Low: 35 | Pay Rate High: 45 + Added - 01/01/2025 Apply for Job _Our client is a leading biotech research company focusing on clinical research and developmental processes for new, life-changing therapeutics and treatments. Get to be a part of the ground breaking research team, specializing in rare disease an oncology and work alongside some of the best research professionals in the field. If you are looking for career growth and professional development, this is the organization for you!_ **Type of Job:** Contract to Hire Opportunity **Pay (DOE):** Scientist: $40-45/hr; Associate Scientist: $35-40/hr. **Schedule:** Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm **Responsibilities:** + Support the development and implementation of next generation sequencing (NGS) in research + Design and perform experiments independently and analyze and present data + Work with managers and team members to develop project timelines and meet milestones. + Train and mentor junior staff in molecular techniques, data analysis, collation and presentation + Assist in establishing and improving all procedures and required SOP documentation + Assists with writing, reviewing and editing contract and grant applications/proposals as appropriate + Assist with writing and publishing papers, abstracts, techniques/or chapters to maintain the scientific standard and image of the company. + May present completed work at appropriate scientific meetings and in publications **Requirements:** + Education: + Master’s Degree with a concentration in Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related field of study OR + 5+ years’ related experience in an academic core or industry OR + PhD. in Genomics, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Genetics or related fields with post doc lab experience. + Ability to lift and carry between 1-15 lbs.; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. overhead with assistance; frequently required to sit, grasp, and use right/left finger dexterity; May be exposed to a cold freezer environment (Freezer temperatures range between -20ºC -196ºC) + Wet lab experience in the entire NGS workflow (Illumina or Ion Torrent), from library preparation to sequencing is highly desired. + Experience in quantitative PCR (qPCR), digital droplet PCR (ddPCR) and NanoString is a plus. + Experience in DNA and RNA extractions from a variety of sources is a plus. + A solid understanding of current GLP and/or ISO/CAP/CLIA standards _This job description is a complete list of all desired skills but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!_ INDBH \#LI-DNP We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.