Research Associate - Antibody and Assay
InQuest Technologies
Date: 4 days ago
City: Rockville, MD
Contract type: Full time
Description
OriGene’s greatest asset is our people! We know and understand that employees are the force that pushes our company forward. You might be wondering, then, how is it that our employees know they are valued?
We start by respecting a work-life balance. Our leaders are aware and considerate that our employees perform at their best when energized. It is this respect for individuals’ time that has contributed significantly to the happiness and innovative spirit of our employees.
Every year, we host different events that allow our staff to unwind and get to know their colleagues rather than sitting behind a desk all the time. We do this because we want our company culture to be one of solid teamwork and tolerance for the diverse group that we have here at OriGene. In addition to this, our employees also receive abundant access to learning, development, and mentorship throughout their time and are recognized through annual merit increases and bonuses.
OriGene has even made many significant advancements in maintaining a green workspace. Because labs use four times the energy of a typical office environment, we made many changes to reduce our impact on the environment and ensure the longevity of our home.
We hope that future individuals joining our team are not simply able to find a rewarding career but a positive experience to last them a lifetime.
About Us
OriGene Technologies Inc. is a thriving, reputable, and women-led life science company located in Rockville, MD, guided by a team with a combined 25+ years of experience in the industry. We have grown to have a national and global presence since our foundation in 1996.
Although OriGene was created with the end goal of being “Your Gene Company,” we have added to our original initiatives to become the premier source for genomic and proteomic tools to accelerate scientific breakthroughs and novel diagnostics. We exist to serve customers by providing efficient, innovative, and comprehensive solutions for life science researchers.
Our customers come to us because we provide high-quality products that contribute to their scientific advancements, and we are proud to be a part of such incredible achievements.
Working with OriGene presents an opportunity to further your career aspirations, whether getting a professional certification or gaining tactical experience. Our leaders are committed to the professional growth of our employees because we know that this is the only way the company can continue to grow. We believe that nothing is more important than a diverse and engaged workforce, and we make every effort to display that through our recruitment practices.
To Learn More About OriGene, View Our Online Presence
OriGene Technologies Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant due to any identification within a protected class.
Mission
To provide a comprehensive genome, high-quality proteins, and antibodies built upon our proprietary cDNA clone collections through innovation and dedicated customer engagement, one target at a time.
Benefits
OriGene provides a robust benefits package to its employees, including medical (prescription drug coverage and access to a comprehensive HealthJoy service), dental, and vision benefits. Our medical plans are supplemented with HSA/FSA (including dependent care) programs. Our Life/ADD, Short and Long-term Disability, and Employee Assistance Programs are fully covered by OriGene. OriGene matches employee contributions to their 401k up to 6%. In addition, OriGene offers a truly flexible working arrangement through 15 personal days every year, 11 holidays, two floating holidays, and hybrid capabilities (for qualifying roles).
Requirements
Principle Responsibilities:
OriGene’s greatest asset is our people! We know and understand that employees are the force that pushes our company forward. You might be wondering, then, how is it that our employees know they are valued?
We start by respecting a work-life balance. Our leaders are aware and considerate that our employees perform at their best when energized. It is this respect for individuals’ time that has contributed significantly to the happiness and innovative spirit of our employees.
Every year, we host different events that allow our staff to unwind and get to know their colleagues rather than sitting behind a desk all the time. We do this because we want our company culture to be one of solid teamwork and tolerance for the diverse group that we have here at OriGene. In addition to this, our employees also receive abundant access to learning, development, and mentorship throughout their time and are recognized through annual merit increases and bonuses.
OriGene has even made many significant advancements in maintaining a green workspace. Because labs use four times the energy of a typical office environment, we made many changes to reduce our impact on the environment and ensure the longevity of our home.
We hope that future individuals joining our team are not simply able to find a rewarding career but a positive experience to last them a lifetime.
About Us
OriGene Technologies Inc. is a thriving, reputable, and women-led life science company located in Rockville, MD, guided by a team with a combined 25+ years of experience in the industry. We have grown to have a national and global presence since our foundation in 1996.
Although OriGene was created with the end goal of being “Your Gene Company,” we have added to our original initiatives to become the premier source for genomic and proteomic tools to accelerate scientific breakthroughs and novel diagnostics. We exist to serve customers by providing efficient, innovative, and comprehensive solutions for life science researchers.
Our customers come to us because we provide high-quality products that contribute to their scientific advancements, and we are proud to be a part of such incredible achievements.
Working with OriGene presents an opportunity to further your career aspirations, whether getting a professional certification or gaining tactical experience. Our leaders are committed to the professional growth of our employees because we know that this is the only way the company can continue to grow. We believe that nothing is more important than a diverse and engaged workforce, and we make every effort to display that through our recruitment practices.
To Learn More About OriGene, View Our Online Presence
- Website
- Glassdoor
- Indeed
OriGene Technologies Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant due to any identification within a protected class.
Mission
To provide a comprehensive genome, high-quality proteins, and antibodies built upon our proprietary cDNA clone collections through innovation and dedicated customer engagement, one target at a time.
Benefits
OriGene provides a robust benefits package to its employees, including medical (prescription drug coverage and access to a comprehensive HealthJoy service), dental, and vision benefits. Our medical plans are supplemented with HSA/FSA (including dependent care) programs. Our Life/ADD, Short and Long-term Disability, and Employee Assistance Programs are fully covered by OriGene. OriGene matches employee contributions to their 401k up to 6%. In addition, OriGene offers a truly flexible working arrangement through 15 personal days every year, 11 holidays, two floating holidays, and hybrid capabilities (for qualifying roles).
Requirements
Principle Responsibilities:
- Keeps laboratory records up to date in a timely manner and has accurate and complete data.
- Manage product inventory and orders daily.
- Participate in small projects with supervision.
- Maintain sterile culture of mammalian cells
- Perform various experiments such as cell growth, transfection and protein purification
- Analyze various biochemical assays such as SDS-PAGE electrophoresis, BCA,ELISA, western blot
- Basic molecular biology techniques such as transformation, cloning, PCR etc.
- Provide summary of results as needed with presentation in group meetings.
- Perform tissue culture, cell line maintenance, western blotting, protein functional/enzymatic assays, flow tests related to the product or project.
- Assist in development and optimization of SOPs, validation protocols; provide technical assistance to other team members.
- Coordinate with sales, marketing, and tech support teams to deliver orders and promote products in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with protein, histology and molecular biology R&D teams as required to advance the OriGene product portfolio.
- Maintain strong understanding of state-of-the-art science and technology of development in the biomedical industry.
- Prepare technical reports and data presentations as needed.
- Perform routine maintenance on scientific equipment.
- Perform other job duties as assigned.
- BS in Biology, Biochemistry or a related field of life science and preferably 1 year of work experience (industry experience in protein purification and structural analysis preferred).
- Knowledgeable in the basics of proteomics, immunology, cell biology
- Experience with protein expression and purification from bacteria, insect, or mammalian cell lines. Experience with aseptic tissue culture is a plus.
- Experience with liquid chromatographic systems and various matrices (e.g. affinity, SEC, IEX, HIC).
- Hands-on experience with multiple cell/molecular biology techniques such as PCR, DNA/RNA isolation, sequence analysis, cell maintenance, western blotting, flow cytometry, protein or antibody functional assays, cell-based protein activity assays, etc.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data independently and provide scientific approaches.
- Highly organized and collaborative individual with an ability to work in a fast-paced work environment and handle multiple concurrent projects.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and some data analysis software.
- Communicates effectively with team members on all matters
- Shares information and resources within groups to meet business needs of others
- Deals with conflict calmly, seeking resolution by active listening
- Admits mistakes and takes responsibility for actions
- Ability to identify reason of the problems and issues
- Ability to follow procedures and instructions with supervision
- Ability to react to data and technical issues by offering own observations and ideas
- Displays a positive, “yes,” can-do attitude
- Employee must regularly sit, walk, talk, hear, use hand and fingers, handle, or feel; occasionally
- required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and ability to adjust focus.
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