Job Postings - Molecular Biologist I or II

GeneCapture offers a transformative workplace with opportunities for professional growth in an innovative and collaborative environment. We are developing novel platform technologies for rapid, portable, and affordable infection diagnostics at the point of care. You will be joining GeneCapture's flexible team of scientists and engineers with our eyes on the exciting potential of our breakthrough technology. You will be exposed to all stages of the medical product development cycle.

GeneCapture is seeking to hire a Molecular Biologist I or II to assist in designing and testing novel molecular diagnostics.We are interested in hands-on problem solvers who can cross the bounds from biology to engineering. Details on the specific systems being developed will be provided once hired, but the curiosity to understand those systems inside and out will make you one of us.

Qualified applicants will be able to communicate clearly and effectively, be comfortable with quantitative analyses, enjoy participating in hands-on collaborative R&D efforts, and recognize the challenges and benefits of working within a small company.

General Responsibilities Include:

• Assist in designing and testing novel molecular diagnostic systems and their interplay with the instruments and cartridges that run them.
• Execute validation tests using breadboards or clinical systems.
• Maintain detailed laboratory records.
• Organize and analyze data and create the associated documentation and reports.
• Manage efforts to ensure timely project completion.
• Collaborate in the development of new technical protocols.
• Exercise independent judgment and apply solution thinking to problem solving and troubleshooting.

Particular Responsibilities May Include:

• Maintain and organize inventories of nucleic acid extracts.
• Work with BSL2 pathogens using appropriate biosafety practices.
• Nucleic acid extractions, handling, and amplification.
• Maintain and troubleshoot issues with equipment or prototypes.
• Independently resolve technical and/or supplier issues.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must possess a strong scientific foundation with proven analytical capabilities, and must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

• B.S. in biological sciences, or similar.
• 2 years' relevant experience in academia or industry.
• Experience with nucleic acid handling and amplification techniques.

• Flexible, creative, solution-based thinker.

• Proven expertise in lab-based experimentation.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.

• Motivated to meet technical objectives and solve challenges rapidly.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.

Assets

• Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting diagnostic systems.
• Experience in product development and design control.
• Experience working within a regulated medical device industry with knowledge or experience in regulatory submissions.

GeneCapture is an associate company at the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology in Huntsville, AL.The HudsonAlpha biotechnology campus consists of 152 acres nestled within Cummings Research Park, the nation's second largest research park. HudsonAlpha's state-of-the-art facilities co-locate nonprofit scientific researchers with entrepreneurs and educators. Huntsville has been ranked among the best places to live in the US due to its low cost of living, abundant outdoor recreational opportunities, and overall quality of life.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors/Mental Functions

ADA Requirements: The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer: All job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties which will be required in this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws). Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for prolonged periods (50% of the time).
• Frequently moving between work areas.
• Frequent operation of common lab equipment (e.g., pipetmen, lab equipment, computers, calculators).
• Vision abilities - close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust/focus.
• Ability to lift 20 pounds.
• Continuous mental and visual attention, requiring constant alertness or activity.

Environmental Factors

• Moderate to high noise level (e.g., lab space with multiple equipment, computers, and printer).
• Workspace is generally an indoor lab setting and other common spaces throughout HudsonAlpha with controlled temperature conditions.

Mental Functions

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Ability to understand complex problems and to collaborate and explore alternative solutions.

It is the policy of GeneCapture, in accordance with all applicable laws, to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.