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Cynet systems Inc

Scientist

Cynet systems Inc, Swiftwater, Pennsylvania, United States

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Overview Job Description:

Pay Range: $50.22hr - $55.22hr

The Research Associate will support laboratory operations focusing on recombinant baculovirus generation and protein expression in insect cell systems.

Responsibilities

Generate recombinant baculovirus and perform WVB techniques.

Express proteins in baculovirus-insect cell systems using shake flasks.

Maintain cell cultures, perform transfection, infection, and harvest viral stocks from suspension cultures.

Sample culture flasks and prepare samples for analytical testing.

Perform standard molecular biology tasks including DNA purification, PCR, Western blot, and SDS-PAGE.

Execute aseptic techniques and maintain sterile conditions.

Wash glassware and USP process equipment.

Design, analyze, and document experiments; maintain electronic and lab notebook records.

Communicate experimental results effectively in group and department meetings.

Contribute to lab organization, reagent tracking, and ordering.

Ensure adherence to SOPs, SWIs, and experimental protocols.

Coordinate data capture and tracking of experimental information.

Write and review protocols and reports.

Qualifications and Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related discipline.

Experience

0–2 years of experience in academic or industry settings.

Experience with baculovirus protein expression systems and insect cell cultures highly desirable.

Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques and DNA sequence analysis.

Construct design experience using SnapGene or similar software is a plus.

Skills

Ability to plan and conduct experiments, evaluate results, and interpret data.

Strong teamwork and multitasking abilities.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize assignments.

Capable of working with minimal supervision.

Proficient in cell culture procedures and aseptic techniques.

Flexible to work changing schedules and hours as required.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

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