Molecular Biology Scientist – Rangam Consultants Inc. – Andover, MA

Job Description:

The qualified candidate will join the Analytical Research and Development Microbiology organization, a QC (GMP) laboratory that supports biotherapeutic clinical manufacturing.Qualifications:

Experience with classic virology assays, requires experience in qPCR, next generation sequencing sample preparation (including WGS, RNA-seq, and targeted sequencing), and bioinformatics analysis of NGS data.Must have advanced knowledge of virology and technical expertise to design experimentsExpert in molecular biology with experience in virology, next generation sequencing and bioinformatics to focus on developing rapid virus testing technologies. The project goals will include:Understanding the current industry virus assay requirements and capabilitiesCollaboration with established technology development partners.Development of a GMP method for the detection of adventitious viruses in biotherapeutics.Method qualification design and execution.Successful implementation of the technology and training staff

Critical Skills:

Ph.D in virology, molecular and cellular biology , or a similar field. (candidates with a Master's degree will be considered if no Ph.D.'s are available)Next Generation Sequencing (Massively Parallel SequencingBioinformatics

Job Type: Contract

Job Location:

Andover, MA 01810

Required education:

Doctorate

Required experience:

Virology: 1 year

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Requeriments :

• Doctorate Degree
• M.Sc. or higher Degree in Bioinformatics

Skills :

• Bioinformatics
• Biology
• Next Generation Sequencing
• RNA-seq

Areas :

• Bioinformatics

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Additional Info:

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