Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)

RESEARCH SCIENTIST - SCIENTIST - Bioinformatics Scientist

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) • $70K — $95K *
San Antonio, TX 78228In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Synthetic Biology, Chemistry, or related field with relevant experience.
  • Hands-on biology laboratory experience, including student or professional research.
  • Strong background in molecular biology and synthetic biology, particularly with DNA.
  • Excellent communication skills for collaboration and reporting.
  • Must have a valid and clear driver's license.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research and assist with tasks for various client projects.
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams for project research and development.
  • Perform laboratory tasks, including maintenance and analysis.
  • Communicate project status and technical details with team members and management.
  • Draft proposals, test plans, procedures, and reports swiftly and accurately.
  • Analyze biological data sets, especially next-generation sequencing.
  • Execute multiple concurrent projects efficiently and safely.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and dynamic project-based work environment.
  • Opportunity to engage in multi-disciplinary research.
  • Hands-on laboratory experience with state-of-the-art technologies.
  • Regular interactions with professionals and project managers.
  • Exposure to a variety of scientific discussions and challenges.
Full Job Description
  • Work in a project-based environment, performing research and other tasking for multiple clients.
  • Contribute to project-based research and development efforts within multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Perform laboratory tasks at the bench for project work and routine maintenance.
  • Regularly communicate with professional staff and project management about status and technical topics related to projects, methods, and laboratory procedures.
  • Write proposals, test plans, procedures, and reports.

  • Perform analysis of biological data sets such as next-generation sequencing.
  • Perform biological laboratory practices such as pipetting, serial dilution, DNA extractions, library preparation, aseptic technique, proper PPE, and microbial media and chemical solution preparation.
  • Work independently to perform data analysis, laboratory tasks, tests, experiments, and literature reviews.
  • Work in a team environment and participate in scientific and project discussions.
  • Execute tasking on multiple concurrent projects in an organized and timely manner.
  • Practice safety on the job and in the laboratory at all times.

  • Requires a Bachelors degree in Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Synthetic Biology, Chemistry or related degree field with relevant work experience.
  • 0 years: In-person, hands-on, biology laboratory experience, to include student or professional research in a relevant scientific field.
  • Strong background/interest in molecular biology, synthetic biology, and working with DNA.
  • Excellent communication skills and independent work style.
  • A valid/clear driver's license is required.

About Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) is a non-profit research and development organization headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. The institute was founded in 1947 and has since grown to employ over 3,000 people across multiple locations in the United States. SwRI provides research and development services to a variety of industries, including automotive, aerospace, and energy. The institute's research areas include automation and data systems, chemistry and chemical engineering, and space science and engineering. SwRI has a long history of working with government agencies, including NASA and the Department of Defense, as well as private companies.
Learn more about Southwest Research Institute (SwRI)
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
* Ladders Estimates

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