• Scientist II

    Actalent (West Sacramento, CA)


    Job Title: Scientist II

    Job Description

    Join a dynamic and rapidly growing genome engineering team as a Scientist II in Molecular Biology. You will play a crucial role in advancing important projects, including cancer research, environmental protection, and food safety. Your contributions will have a real-world impact, and you will be supported in achieving your career goals.

    Responsibilities

    + Conduct sample testing and collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Bioinformatics, Marketing, Technical Service, and Operations.

    + Design experimental plans independently and analyze experimental data.

    + Generate laboratory protocols and write technical reports, quantitative analyses, and product summaries.

    + Troubleshoot and solve complex problems in the design and execution of development projects.

    + Investigate, create, and incorporate new methods and technologies to enhance development workflows.

    + Maintain an accurate lab notebook to support intellectual property protection.

    + Present data at scientific conferences both internally and externally.

    + Interact closely with internal departments, including Marketing, Business Development, Quality, Operations, and Technical Services.

    + Comply with all company safety, training, and quality regulations.

    Essential Skills

    + Master's degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or related discipline with 1-2 years of lab experience, or Bachelor's degree with 3 years of experience.

    + Strong molecular biology experience with a experiencein protein engineering applications.

    + Hands-on experience in protein purification, protein expression, and functional protein activity screens.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Protein evolution and characterization experience.

    + Prior industrial experience is desirable.

    + Strong cloning experience including standard cloning, PCR, mutagenesis, and sequencing.

    + Experience in characterizing proteins using PAGE gels and functional assays.

    + Proficiency in protein purification, particularly using AKTA systems.

    + working with proteins and bacterial functional screens.

    + Proven proficiency in data analysis, research design, troubleshooting, and evaluation of new techniques and procedures.

    Work Environment

    The role is contingent, with a schedule from Sunday to Saturday. You will work in a fast-paced environment alongside supportive teammates, utilizing advanced technologies and methodologies. The position adheres to strict safety and quality standards, ensuring a collaborative and innovative work culture.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $35.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in West Sacramento,CA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.