Molecular Biologist COVID-19 project AstraZeneca

Job description
Now we have an exciting opportunity to join the Covid-19 project at AstraZeneca as a Molecular biology technician with start in August.

Responsibilities
This role will involve fully automated RNA extraction and RT-PCR workflows. Applicants should be comfortable performing this while using PPE. This role will require individuals to work in teams of two-three to operate Beckman I series robotics to perform automated magnetic bead RNA extraction procedures and track sample through the LIMS system. Followed by performing the RT-PCR reaction setup including manual pipetting as well as automated plate preparation using benchtop automation equipment. Following plate preparation, lab technicians/scientists will be responsible for taking the samples once they are ready for analysis and setting up the assay on the qPCR instrument. This role is critical to the screening workflow and individuals will be assigned to a specific assessment method and trained on it extensively. This role will be equipped with the required PPE for the level of exposure and will have to strictly adhere to the specific testing method COVID-19 Testing SOP.

Qualifications
Key Requirements for this role:
Work in BSL1 lab with previous experience of automation and molecular biology techniques preferred.
Work with human biological specimens. HepB Vaccination advised.
Work with samples which may contain SARS-Cov-2.
Attention to detail to ensure chain of custody of all samples
Working and communicating across a fast-paced cross organisational team.
Strictly following SOPs.
Alternative pattern shift work


For us, it is important that all competence and skills in the labor market are utilized. We welcome all applicants and strive for diversity.

Application
2020-08-03, selection and interviews will be ongoing. The position may be filled before the last day of application, therefore, apply as soon as possible.

For more information: Galia Nyström galia.nystrom@randstad.se or Eleonor Ehrman +46733434109. 
Please keep in mind, e-mail applications will not be considered. Register your profile at Randstad's webpage and send in your application there. 

About the company
Randstad Life Sciences is specialized in competences within Life Science. As a consultant with us, you get a competitive salary, benefits and collective agreements. Your consultant manager is always there for you and ensures that you get varying and developing assignments at different companies, within different industries. At Randstad Life Sciences, your personal development is in focus, and you are offered a large network and many social activities.

Randstad Life Sciences is part of Randstad, the world leader in recruitment and consulting with operations in 38 countries. With this global network, in combination with our strong local foundation, we can offer a wide range of varied and developing assignments and jobs for you who are a specialist in life science. Our mission is to help you reach your true potential with your career in focus!