Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Molecular Biologist at SierTeK Ltd supports biomedical and public health research related to aeromedical risk, providing technical and laboratory expertise.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves assisting scientists with lab experiments, performing molecular biology techniques like DNA extraction and sequencing, conducting environmental sampling, supporting scientific writing, and handling regulatory documentation.
Experience and skills
Requires a Master's degree in Biological Sciences or related field, 1-2 years of public health lab experience, proficiency in molecular biology techniques, and experience with Illumina and Oxford Nanopore sequencing technologies.
Work environment and culture
SierTeK values integrity and equal opportunity, emphasizing continual improvement and a supportive work environment for diverse applicants.
Company information
SierTeK Ltd is a minority and service-disabled veteran-owned company founded in 2007, providing program management and IT support primarily for Department of Defense contracts.
Job location and travel
The position is located at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, supporting federal research initiatives.
Unique job features
The job involves working with advanced sequencing technologies and contributing to aeromedical risk research, including regulatory and environmental sampling responsibilities.
Company overview
SIERTEK LTD is a defense and space manufacturing company based in Beavercreek, Ohio. Specializing as a government contractor and information technology consultant, SIERTEK LTD generates revenue through various federal contracts, including a notable $11 million Air Force contract. The company, which employs around 248 people and reported revenue of $23.1 million, is recognized as a veteran-owned and minority-owned business. In 2020, it was named Dayton Business Journal's Veteran-Owned Small Business of the Year.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your expertise in molecular biology techniques such as DNA extraction, PCR, and next-generation sequencing, emphasizing experience with Illumina and Oxford Nanopore platforms as these are key to the role at SIERTEK LTD.
Focus on showcasing experience in environmental sampling and public health laboratory environments, along with skills in scientific writing and regulatory documentation like IRB submissions, to align with the job’s multifaceted responsibilities.
Apply through multiple channels including SIERTEK LTD's corporate career site, LinkedIn job postings, and federal contract job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current employees in the biomedical or public health divisions at SIERTEK LTD on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent research initiatives at Wright Patterson AFB or asking about the team’s approach to aeromedical risk research.
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