Glossary > Molecular Biologist Quality
Control
Role Purpose
Lead the
use of molecular biology techniques to
ensure product integrity and quality of all
products
Typical Work
Activities
- DNA
extractions from plant tissue (manual
extractions as well as using robotics),
- Analysis
by PCR (conventional as well as real-time
PCR) and data interpretation, sequence
analysis, plasmid purification and
Restriction Digest Analysis
- Trouble
shooting, preparation of raw and analyzed
results (reports) for delivery to clients
- Work with
IT to improve the quality of the existing
tool and implement new tools
maintaining and updating laboratory standard
operating procedures (SOPs) for performed
tasks.
Educational
Requirements
- BS
degree in Molecular Biology or related
field with 7 years molecular biology
experience, or MS degree in Molecular
Biology
Skills,
Knowledge, and Experience
-
Demonstrated skill in DNA cloning,
sequencing, PCR and sequence data
analysis to be able to independently
plan and execute related tasks
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Demonstrated skill in Quality
Control or a GMP/GLP or ISO
practices such as: work
management,detail and accuracy,
record keeping (electronic and hard
copy)
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Strong customer focus orientation
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