Culmen International · 6 days ago
Molecular Biology Research Assistant II
Silver Spring, MD
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelCulmen International is hiring for a Molecular Biology Research Assistant II to support the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, a leading biomedical research facility for military personnel. The role involves conducting molecular biology experiments, assisting in assay development, and maintaining laboratory compliance and records.
ConsultingLogisticsManagement Consulting
Responsibilities
Conduct molecular biology experiments, including PCR/qPCR, DNA/RNA extraction, and sequencing workflows
Assist in assay development and validation for diagnostic applications
Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure compliance with biosafety and quality standards
Analyze and interpret experimental data; prepare technical reports and presentations
Support procurement, inventory management, and equipment maintenance
Contribute to publications and presentations as appropriate
Support in Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) protocols
Assist in ordering and tracking supplies
Assist in record keeping and management
Qualification
Required
Conduct molecular biology experiments, including PCR/qPCR, DNA/RNA extraction, and sequencing workflows
Assist in assay development and validation for diagnostic applications
Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure compliance with biosafety and quality standards
Analyze and interpret experimental data; prepare technical reports and presentations
Support procurement, inventory management, and equipment maintenance
Contribute to publications and presentations as appropriate
Support in Institutional Review Board (IRB) and Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) protocols
Assist in ordering and tracking supplies
Assist in record keeping and management
Preferred
Experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS) and bioinformatics tools
Knowledge of pathogen detection assays and diagnostic development
Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Institutional Review Board (IRB), Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC), and BSL-2/BSL-3 safety protocols
Strong organizational and communication skills for collaborative research environments
Company
Culmen International
Culmen International provides technical, management and logistics services supporting clients worldwide.
Founded in 2004
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$15MKey Investors
Hale Capital
2020-01-13Private Equity· $15M
Leadership Team
Daniel V Berkon
Chief Executive Officer
Mark Dumas
Chief Strategy Officer
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